Ellie

Thank you all .

Trends for body shape come and go. I've just posted a link to a documentary about Irek Mukhamedov when he joined RB. Anthony Dowell mentions that the dancers at RB were traditionally longer and leaner, but with the arrival of Russian dancers a more muscular, athletic physique was accepted. (Or something along thoses lines). From watching this years Prix de Lausanne I did think that there is currently a trend for taller, leaner boys, but really, (and speaking about the RB )we have Vadim Muntagirov,,Matthew Ball, Alex Campbell and Marcelino Sambe who all seem to be doing rather well and all with different physiques ! Regarding the Marinsky dancer who couldn't keep up with the class- no surprise at all ! Vaganova syllabus is notoriously difficult. I remember my teacher training course for the 1st and 2nd year syllabus, (so for 10 and 11 year olds) - None of us could move for days......x

Not sure if this has been posted before, but the link has been doing the rounds on FB today. I really enjoyed watching it.

Where can I find the link to the live stream ? And another question, I've been on the RDB's website, but can't find any info about the dancers. Can anyone point me in the right direction ?

Just managed to watch the whole video. What a lovely (and extremely difficult) class ! As I said earlier maybe the barre work was taken at a slightly faster tempo than usual (for Vaganova) - that's an observation, I'm familiar with the technique, but not an expert. Big congratulations to all the boys (and the pianist - whose fingers must have been falling off !) What's wrong with their physiques ? I hope that you're very proud CeliB, your boy looks lovely X

Thank you for sharing ! Only had time to watch the barre and a bit of centre . Congratulations !!! It does seem a bit speedy for Vaganova. Looking forward to watching more later

I find it best to do the eyes before foundation / blusher etc. Have her look down slightly when you put on the mascara.

I'm not in the UK, but am guessing it's worth a trip to the cinema screening then .

No !!! Really ??? A few weeks ago I was extremely impressed by the skill of a young lady on the tube who went from bare face to fully made up (and very nicely done too) in about 6 stops.

Thank you all.

Does anyone have any experience with these ? How to sound confident without gushing...How to list experience without boring the person reading it to death....? How to put down on paper that you admire and enjoy the company's work without sounding like your regurgitating every single thing that has ever been previously said ? In case you hadn't noticed I get the shivers when it comes to cover letters, but have form and experience when it comes to Unis and 'normal' jobs. Is the cover letter for dance companies a recent thing ?

Tuladancemom, on 17 Mar 2017 - 10:42 PM, said: How old is the DC and will they be travelling / staying alone - or with an adult ?

Yes !

Thank you for replying.

Angela, has anything been reported about the dancers' opinion regarding the earlier changeover ? I'm afraid I don't speak German...I'm assuming that the petition and social media campaign were not successful.

penelopesimpson, I agree with your comment and I haven't seen any insults. What I have read regards Polunin's technique, choice of rep, choreography etc. And I've read it all with my eyes half covered because I'd love for this show to be a success. As I mentioned it just did cross my mind (and not based on my having seen the performance) that perhaps the critics were 'out to get him'. Wouldn't we all love for there to be a Happy Ending ?! x

I suspect groin guard and glitter envy.... :/

I think that Lildancer96 also has experience of this SS....There's a thread on here somewhere

billboyd do you think that there is some knife twisting going on with the critics ? It did cross my mind as I read the critics' reviews that perhaps there may be an element of 'getting back' at Polunin for ditching and dissing the RB. I have not seen the show, but really hope, as I'm sure others do that it will garner more positive reviews.

Same here....and I've just read the Telegraph review....Ouch...

How wonderful ! x

Yes ! I have 4 wonderful children only one of whom decided to follow the dance route. DH and I are both involved in the music and dance world so I was hoping that Dancing DS would know better !!! But as a parent I have the same concerns for all of my children and as you say we make the best decisions we can based on the information we have at hand, support our kids and keep our fingers crossed that they will be content in their chosen areas and confident enough to adapt when needs must. Oh and a big shout out to the Dads who perhaps seem to take a backseat during all this rigmarole ! X

Which is probably a substantial part of making you a good teacher. X

A bit more info.... .) There are buses-the 371 goes from Richmond to park gates. But obviously quite a walk from there-15/20 mins?! But a lovely walk. Uber cheapest cab to get you can get the app and get the car as and when you want it. Not sure how much because unsure where you're coming from but might be a £5 each way. Hope that's helpful! X

No problem ! I've sent them a message asking the best route and also how much (approx) a taxi would cost. Will let you know as soon as I hear back from them. x