Jan McNulty

In an article in the Stage the onus is being put on theatres to ensure that in higher risk areas people in groups are not from more than one household and that people may have to be moved around if they have already bought tickets: https://www.thestage.co.uk/news/solt-and-uk-theatre-issue-guidance-for-venues-in-tiers-2-and-3-

Yes, I loved the fanning out effect and the prancing. I'm going to watch it again later!

Wow Jeannette - thank you for the recommendation - I absolutely loved it!

Thanks Cherilyn.

Here's the website link (not easy to find on the website - I picked it up from the email): https://www.brb.org.uk/brief-nostalgia?dm_i=60QQ,3HCS,1FEBIG,E00H,1 It's still available on the FB page too.

Birmingham Royal Ballet streamed what I think must have the dress rehearsal of A Brief Nostalgia this evening. I remembered enjoying the performance when I saw it live last year and I enjoyed the streaming. It really is very dark and I had to move my laptop screen around to get the lightest view (if that makes sense) but the darkness and the silhouettes really mix well with the use of shadow play that I thought came over very well on screen. As with the live performances Delia Matthews and Brandon Lawrence (in the final duet) and Max Maslen in a visceral solo were outstanding but the whole cast looked really good. I relished the opportunity to see this work again (albeit on the small screen) so thanks to BRB for giving me the opportunity.

Live performances (unless in pubs that have been forced to close) do not seem to have been banned. The RLPO sent out an email today advertising upcoming performances.

Travel, even in T3 - going either way - is not banned just should be avoided if possible.

The only place I have seen somebody being asked to put a mask on was at the Vet's this morning. I have to say though that the mask-wearing rate has gone up here over the last few weeks.

I've just received an email from Paris Opera Ballet: Message from Alexander Neef to spectators of the Paris Opera On the evening of 14 October, we received notification of the measures decided by the government in the light of the health situation, in particular the introduction of a curfew as of 9 p.m. in the Île-de-France region. These decisions will have major consequences on the Paris Opera's performances over the coming days and weeks. I wish to assure you from the outset that we are convinced of the importance of the performing arts in our individual and community lives and are committed to maintaining an offer that meets our audiences’ expectations. We are therefore working on adapting our schedules: in particular the times at which performances begin. We will inform you as soon as the complete arrangements are finalized. All the Paris Opera’s teams are fully mobilised to meet this new challenge both for you and with you, in order to keep alive the unique link that brings artists and spectators together around our productions. Thank you for your confidence. Alexander Neef Managing Director

PRESS RELEASE For release 9am Thursday 15 October 2020 English National Ballet School announces new partnership with bbodance as it returns to face-to-face training ENBS students with Artistic Director, Viviana Durante, and Dame Darcey Bussell, DBE in Espinosa Studio at bbodance headquarters English National Ballet School is delighted to announce an exciting new partnership with bbodance that will see the School further its reach and delivery of world-class ballet training. Through this partnership English National Ballet School will present a brand-new series of Ballet Classes for semi-professional dancers and its much-loved Juniors Programme for young children aged 5+ in bbodance’s studios at Battersea Reach. The School’s recently announced Professional Trainee Programme is also being hosted at bbodance having started earlier this month. This new partnership comes as the School continues its return to face to face teaching which saw staff and students welcomed back to its newly refurbished Covid-secure building on Hortensia Road at the start of the academic year. The School’s return follows five months of remote working that saw classes delivered in 22 countries, 764 videos uploaded to Vimeo, and 748,941 minutes spent on Zoom. Viviana Durante, Artistic Director of English National Ballet School said; “I am so thrilled to be working in partnership with bbodance to increase our reach and continue to inspire young emerging dancers from around the world. bbodance’s beautiful studios on the River Thames provide the perfect outlet for creativity. It has been wonderful to see recent graduates enter the next stage of their career on our new trainee programme and I look forward to welcoming participants to our new classes there this autumn. “I am also pleased to begin a new relationship with our neighbours at Chelsea Theatre. Having the additional space to allow for social distancing has been vital in our successful and safe return after working remotely and I couldn’t be happier to see staff and students back in the studios, doing what they do best.” Julie Bowers, Director of Artistic Development at bbodance said; “I am delighted, along with Viviana, to be part of this very exciting partnership between bbodance and ENBS. Together we will provide the highest calibre of facility, teachers and pianists to reach out, support and give opportunity to Vocational and Semi Professional dancers during these strange and unprecedented times.” The Professional Trainee Programme gives recent graduates from schools around the world the opportunity to experience the demands of a professional life in dance. This pilot programme will see world renowned artists Deidre Chapman, Ibrahim Onal, Ivan Putrov, Angela Towler and Didy Veldman lead the students alongside Artistic Director Viviana Durante. Through a partnership with Dancers’ Career Development a series of career development workshops and 1:1 personal and career coaching sessions will be delivered to participants. Offering semi-professional dancers the chance to develop their skills and interest in ballet, a new series of Ballet Classes, presented in partnership by English National Ballet School and bbodance, launch on Saturday 24 October. Held on Saturday’s for an initial eight-week term, classes will be taught by the School’s top-class teaching faculty and accompanied by live piano. Returning this autumn, the School’s ever popular Juniors Programme launches on Saturday 7 November. Open to all without audition these weekly classes aim to introduce children to the artform providing training in ballet technique, creative exercise, choreography and performance skills within a fun and imaginative atmosphere. English National Ballet School’s return to face to face training has also seen it develop a new relationship with Chelsea Theatre. This new relationship has allowed the School to increase its space to allow students to attend socially distanced ballet and contemporary dance classes, academic lessons and lectures and healthcare activities across both sites. Due to the ongoing impact of Covid-19, English National Ballet School’s planned move to London City Island has been postponed. The School will operate out of its current premises, Chelsea Theatre and bbodance for the 2020/2021 academic year. -ENDS- Notes to Editors Listings information Juniors Programme bbodance studios, Battersea Reach 7 November – 12 December 2020 From £14.50 For info and to book see: http://bit.ly/JuniorsProgramme Ballet Classes presented by English National Ballet School and bbodance bbodance studios, Battersea Reach 24 October 2020 – 12 December 2021 14.00 – 15.45 & 16.15 – 18.00 From £20 per class Places are strictly limited. For info and to book see: https://bit.ly/2FlSkXz ENBS Professional Trainee Programme Applications for the 2020/2021 have now closed For further info see: http://bit.ly/ENBSTrainee About English National Ballet School English National Ballet School prepares the finest young ballet dancers for a lifetime of achievement. Our state-of-the-art facilities are matched by world-class training, education, pastoral care and performance opportunities. We provide our students with the confidence, creativity and skills for a career as a professional dancer with the major international companies, and for a future beyond performing. We aspire to be the school of choice for the next generation of ballet artists and to pioneer the future of dance education. www.enbschool.org.uk About bbodance Founded in 1930 by Edouard Espinosa and formerly known as the British Ballet Organization (BBO), bbodance is an international dance awarding organisation with a large membership in the UK and Australasia. bbodance provides Ofqual-recognised syllabi in Musical Theatre, Jazz, Contemporary, Classical Ballet, Modern, and Tap, as well as comprehensive teacher training and inspiring events. bbodance Patrons include Strictly Come Dancing Judge, Craig Revel Horwood, former Artistic Director of Rambert, Mark Baldwin OBE, and BRB Principal, Brandon Lawrence, a former bbodance Scholar. For bbodance press information, please e-mail Bobby.

I needed some technical advice on something trivial recently and (not by a contact centre but a chum) it was suggested I ask a 5 year old as they are way more tech savvy than adults!!

The rules are as clear as mud aren't they. Sky News issued a useful summary: https://news.sky.com/story/how-does-the-three-tier-covid-local-lockdown-system-work-12102497?fbclid=IwAR2FWWbLAigiV7tmS4nuY0CnXOhXGya-Mv_doqo49fUUrdFZDSMqcfCufMw

Thank you. That is an incredibly powerful and intensely moving film.

Where is the password provided Janite? I've looked at the RDB website but I don't read Danish.

Hello Balletbow and welcome to the Forum!

Hello ms___g and welcome to the Forum! I have moved you request to the more appropriate Doing Dance forum where people dance rather than the News forum where people tend to watch.

I didn't realise there was a time-lapse of an hour but having now realising that via this forum it really doesn't matter a jot. What matters to me is that at the time I felt involved and I want to remember it that way. I enjoyed feeling that I was watching with friends (even though we were miles apart) who were all watching at the same time. So to me it was a live performance. I don't think that realising it was a time-lapsed performance in any way changes how I felt at the time or now.

I don't have any dancing family members but vocational school must work for some because the companies are full of dancers who have graduated from vocational schools. I have, however, read this forum to realise that many roads lead to Rome and vocational lower schools may not be the best way forward for your child. Actually I have a friend who, before I knew him, had a career in musical theatre. He gained a place at White Lodge but was so homesick that after 3 weeks he went home. He went to a musical theatre school at 16.

Here's an older thread that may give you some ideas of where to start looking:

That is a pretty large area! I am currently of the feeling that many courses may be offered online. ENB has a page about intensives but just says that the pages will be updated when they come available. If you look through the forum you can see where previous intensives have been held and perhaps see if any are planned. If by winter you mean October half-term you've left it very late to be looking. If you mean over the Christmas holidays then there seem to be far fewer on offer but I think Ballet Boost have offered courses during that period before now. The usual times for intensives seem to be around Easter and over the summer.

What company is it?

I've just had a look at the website and there is the same message for spring and summer too. I've noticed quite a few of the websites I look at are not being updated regularly (presumably because of the C-19 pandemic) so it may be worth trying to contact them.

Hello Dancer13 and welcome to the Forum! Where in the country are you looking for a course?