I attended the matinee yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed the performance, always good to start the new season of ballet at this time of year and look forward to all the 'treats' ahead.
Having watched Wink from the right hand side of the auditorium in the summer, it was good to see it from a more central position and see exactly what was happening in that right hand corner. I like this ballet, lovely classical movement with a modern twist and so well danced by BRB. Pavane only lasts 23 minutes but really weaves a powerful spell for me, and so well danced with Brandon Lawrence and Iain Mackay as the Moor and his 'friend'.
How many times have I seen The Dream, too many to remember and I have the privilege of remembering Anthony Dowell and Antoinette Sibley in the main roles. I have always enjoyed this ballet, how can you not, and I thought William Bracewell and Jenna Roberts excellent in their roles.
Before the performance BRB ran a family event and it was interesting to see Kit Holder make up for Bottom and be able to examine some of the costumes. How I wish I was still a little girl and could actually try on a tutu!
