Meliss Posted July 28 Author Share Posted July 28 9 hours ago, Helene said: Whether individuals see charisma is personal. All right, let's discard the charisma of Anna Pavlova. What's left? Link to comment
Meliss Posted July 28 Author Share Posted July 28 On 7/27/2024 at 3:30 AM, On Pointe said: At one point she and her partner misjudged a one arm overhead lift and he almost dropped her. Instead of trying to play it off, Plisetskaya rolled her eyes and let out a hearty whoop, turning a near disaster into a thrilling moment, and the audience went crazy. So, did this happen in the 60s? As for that hearty whoop- was it a joyful shout? Link to comment
Mashinka Posted July 28 Share Posted July 28 Some people like stick insects, sad but true. Link to comment
Meliss Posted July 28 Author Share Posted July 28 4 hours ago, Mashinka said: Some people like stick insects, sad but true. I'm afraid I didn't catch your thought. Link to comment
On Pointe Posted July 28 Share Posted July 28 14 hours ago, Meliss said: All right, let's discard the charisma of Anna Pavlova. What's left? Anna Pavlova was in a unique position, due to her brilliance as a self-promoter as much as her dancing. Yes, even in the few films that exist of her, you can see that she had extraordinary charisma. But she made her reputation as the star of her own company, touring the world, introducing ballet to audiences that had never seen ballet before. Turned in legs and sickled feet meant nothing to them. Pavlova's stage magic transcended technique. It's hard to describe it, but unmistakable when you see it. Why would anyone want to "discard" that? It's the essence of performance. 14 hours ago, Meliss said: So, did this happen in the 60s? As for that hearty whoop- was it a joyful shout? Yes, it was in the 60s. The "whoop" was Plisetskaya acknowledging their vulnerability, their humanity, and the fact that she didn't get dropped. And it was joyous. Link to comment
Meliss Posted July 29 Author Share Posted July 29 (edited) On 7/18/2024 at 8:10 AM, Helene said: Smack on the music. Look 0.20 Edited August 5 by Meliss Link to comment
Meliss Posted July 29 Author Share Posted July 29 (edited) 12 hours ago, On Pointe said: Pavlova's stage magic transcended technique. It's hard to describe it, but unmistakable when you see it. Why would anyone want to "discard" that? It's the essence of performance. But I completely agree with Helenе's opinion: "Whether individuals see charisma is personal". Edited July 29 by Meliss Link to comment
Meliss Posted July 29 Author Share Posted July 29 12 hours ago, On Pointe said: The "whoop" was Plisetskaya acknowledging their vulnerability, their humanity, and the fact that she didn't get dropped. I wonder who was her partner in that performance. Link to comment
Meliss Posted August 5 Author Share Posted August 5 On 7/28/2024 at 12:13 AM, Helene said: The headline of his obituary in the New York Times reads, "Maris Liepa, 52, Dies in Moscow; Bolshoi Star Was Popular in West" I'm from the West, so that might explains why his aesthetic appeals to me far more than Godunov's. It seems to me that Godunov was much more popular than Liepa in the West. Unlike Liepa, he lived and performed there for several years.In the West, in the Russian press, it means in all countries west of Russia, including the United States. Link to comment
Meliss Posted August 6 Author Share Posted August 6 On 7/17/2024 at 8:11 PM, Helene said: There are never too many mentions of Maris Liepa for me, and I appreciate every one of them. Link to comment
Mashinka Posted August 6 Share Posted August 6 As far as I'm concerned Maris Liepa was one of the greatest dancers that ever lived. Apart from his magnificent Bolshoi appearances in London he danced at a gala here with RB ballerina Doreen Wells in a pas de deux from Sylvia which he chose because of his admiration of Ashton (he had unique access to the west). During that visit he gave a talk to his British fans accompanied by Anton Dolin with whom he shared a birthday. He came across as a fascinating personality of great charm and warmth. His early death was a great shock. A giant of the ballet world and an unforgettable character. Link to comment
Meliss Posted August 6 Author Share Posted August 6 5 hours ago, Mashinka said: As far as I'm concerned Maris Liepa was one of the greatest dancers that ever lived. I agree with you. He was very versatile. He not only danced, but also sang! https://m.ok.ru/video/151882178289880-9?__dp=y Link to comment
Helene Posted August 9 Share Posted August 9 Thank you for the photo of Godunov and Liepa @Meliss. That jacket is everything I remember from the time! Link to comment
Meliss Posted August 9 Author Share Posted August 9 (edited) 9 hours ago, Helene said: Thank you for the photo of Godunov and Liepa @Meliss. That jacket is everything I remember from the time! Edited August 9 by Meliss Link to comment
Helene Posted August 9 Share Posted August 9 That is so sweet! Another one who died too young. Link to comment
Meliss Posted August 9 Author Share Posted August 9 1 hour ago, Helene said: That is so sweet! Another one who died too young. Yes... Link to comment
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