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  1. Ellie
    Hello ckswartz and congratulations ! I can't immediately answer your query, but when my DS went to WL SS he stayed with friends of mine who live in Richmond for the first night after his flight to the UK and who the took him to WL on the first day. I'll ask them the best way to get to and from WL and let you know - although I'm sure lots of other forum members will have lots of info. x
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    If you're at CCB for the opera you're very close to Pasteis de Belem !
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    "Our Artistic Director Robert Parker is running the 2017 Virgin London Marathon in aid of the MS Society. We are all supporting him with a number of fund raising activities. Please join us by either contributing into the collection or through the just giving page robertparker-elmhurst. Thank you!" Hope this helps.
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    I think there may be details on Elmhurst's FB page. x
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    Lin, your comment reminded me of a passage in Sir Peter Wright's book. (I had to search for it as couldn't remember exactly what he said), but here it is... "The bluebird pas de deux is, strictly speaking, a demi - caractere number although many dancers do not understand that. She is a princess under the spell of a magical bird, which is all in the choreography if you look at it, but the nuance needs to be pointed out in performance. It is often done, at both Covent Garden and Birmingham Royal Ballet, too classically, just two birds twittering together" ( Peter Wright, Wrights and Wrongs, pp 262-263)
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    May I ask any German ballet fans how the audience behaves ? I have no experience of German ballet going, but a few months ago my first trip to Germany was spent mostly stranded in Hamburg coach station (a tiny, tiny place) My connecting coach was due around midnight.At around 10pm all of a sudden a chap in a high viz jacket arrived shouting something ( I speak no German but gathered that the station was closing for the night). Everybody promptly got up and left the relative warmth of the bus enclosure (I followed) with not so much as an eye roll (it was -2 outside)....to wait for their coaches outside. I was rather surprised and impressed....
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    Never used him personally, but from graduate shots I've seen, Jack Thomson looks good. https://www.facebook.com/pg/JACK-THOMSON-Photography-245436452181842/about/?ref=page_internal
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    Exactly ! Getting a job straight after graduation is a great achievement, many don't. Congrats to both of your boys and best wishes. x
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    Thank you meadowblythe. It's good to know that the 'evaporated milks' are also give support and advice and not just left to drift. x
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    Thank you very much CeliB. x
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    A few decades ago very few graduates from my cohort would be fortunate enough to be chosen after their final year of training for a spot at Sadlers Wells or London Festival Ballet. Others if they had the wherewithal and financial ability would trek around Europe (especially Germany) knocking on doors, hoping to be allowed to do company class and if lucky getting a contract.( I must say that many of the latter group enjoyed success and longevity in their careers) My question is how do vocational schools help their students with employment nowadays ? If you've not been handpicked from the school by visiting directors what advice are you given ? If you're talented enough do summer schools with international guest teachers associated with companies pick out dancers at that level ? Obviously it would be lovely to do the PDL ...but I'd be interested to hear strategies from parents with kids who have recently graduated , and who weren't considered the 'creme de la creme'... x
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    I did my BA a good few years ago and had already danced and at that point was teaching professionally (I did the BA Dance Ed) as it was a distance course. I have no idea about the access course, sorry. The chances of graduating and getting a classical contract are slim, for all ! I think most Rambert graduates (recent at least) who do go on to dance do so in the contemporary scene. Have a good look at the websites and see what kind of training and qualifications they offer and which would be more beneficial to you.
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    It may be worth calling them for advice. When I did my BA I also didn't have A Levels, but they accepted APL. Rambert definitely worth a go, Laban too . Good Luck. x
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    Yes ! Just enjoy it ! Your muscle memory will kick in pretty soon ! Be patient with yourself, enjoy your strengths and don't worry about your weak points. Take it at your own pace for the time being. Do a well placed releve instead of a pirouette (for example) a single frappe instead of a double....And don't forget that you're taking class because you want to and not because you have to. Welcome back ! x
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    The subject of major and minor keys reminded me of a clip I found on youtube a while ago regarding Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. From about 2.20..." Takes Paganini theme / Turns it upside down / Puts it in the major / Slows it down "........Ahhhhh
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    529015A....Earlier on in this thread I mentioned bursaries and although it's worth a try I imagine that even if you were awarded one and if you have to cover your DD's accomodation, food etc it may be a very high mountain to climb.....My non dancing DS has had to work part time since he's been at uni, it's been difficult, but he's managed so far, but to be honest I can't see how my dancing DS would have the time or the energy to do the same (although I do know students who have done it - but post 18). It is obviously a very personal choice, but perhaps (as has been mentioned) look at the courses which are eligible for student funding...I know that Rambert for example accepts students from the age of 16....Your DD would leave with a BA, and a student loan to pay back....but still possibly more economic than Tring. Once again good luck. X
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    Happy Anniversary Sim ! I have seen Marcelino Sambe dancing the Bluebird and know what you mean !
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    I thoroughly enjoyed 'Dancing on Water', both the historical/political perspective as well as the artistic. I've only read it once so far, but it is definitely one of those memoirs, in my opinion, that is a 'keeper' - and deserves to be read more than once . In the meantime I've also ordered Sir Peter Wright's book 'Wrights and Wrongs' 2nd hand from Amazon. (under 10 pounds - there was a 'new' copy going for over 60 !!!) I know that the opinions have been mixed about this autobiography and am aware that a revised edition is being planned.....but I couldn't resist
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    I feel for you....Are there other options for her (CAT schemes, RAD BA, Laban, Rambert.... European Schools etc) which may be financially achievable ? x
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    Have you asked if the school can offer a bursary ? Good luck. x
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    Of course it is important to rest, but as others have said this is a very crucial time for you. If possible research courses that have a faculty and offer dance styles which you identify with. Make the course work for you ! x
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    Cat-alogue

    Ellie replied to taxi4ballet's topic in Not Dance

    We have one near us. Although I've never been in I see from the outside that the cat section is partitioned off from the food section. If you want to spend time with the cats you pay a little extra. I must say that whenever I walk past the cats seem contented. Lots of comfy beds, scratch poles etc and they have little 'cat holes' in the wall where presumably they can retire to if they want to be alone. They are all rescue cats and probably enjoying nicer conditions now than previously. Of course it all depends on the manager. I believe it is a trend which began in Japan.
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    Thank you all for the input, I will pass it on ! As a spectator at any type of 'artistic' event, be it cinema or theatre, I personally have to curb a strong desire to slap inconsiderate people who appear to be completely unaware/uncaring of their fellow spectators and indeed performers. I remember going to watch Les Mis at the cinema and the lady sitting next to me who began to unpack and consume a whole plastic shopping bag of food - during Anne Hathaways 'I Dreamed a Dream'. My husband had to practically hold me down.... I think I'd make a very bad usher. I'd probably be done for GBH......
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    How wonderful ! Congratulations and wishing him all the very best. Xx
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    Ailson, 'the management' suggested he shine a bright light in the offenders eyes and hope for the best.
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