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They're performing the anniversary gala at The Old Rep in Birmingham on 30th May - still lots of good seats left!

BRB have just tweeted a hint that they will be performing Romeo and Juliet next year.... very exciting! Any thoughts on ideal casting?

I was at the 7.30pm performance on Friday 13th December, and it was special! Momoko Hirata was flawless as Sugar Plum, so precise and strong, yet with a beautiful, lyrical quality to her upper body. She made it look totally effortless! Tzu-Chao Chou was a charismatic Prince and looked as though he was having the time of his life. Their grand pas-de-deux was totally deserving the audible gasps and rapturous applause received! I saw Laura Day as Clara, and she was just beautiful. In some ways very similar to Hirata, with a wonderful lyrical quality to her movement. Her acting was also exceptional, reflecting Clara's joy and innocence. My only gripe was Samara Downs as the Rose Fairy - she seemed a bit stiff and wooden. I have seen her previously as Carabosse and Empress Empine and much preferred her in those parts. Overall I just really love this production! The Clara and Prince pas de peux towards the end of Act 1 is so magical, and I am always completely swept by the Snow Fairy variation. Will be returning next year!!

Congratulations to all nominated - but it's shame there's no mention of BRB.

Looking forward to seeing this in Birmingham - I've got Delia Matthews as Belle, and Iain Mackay as The Beast. Particularly excited to see Laura Day as the Wild Girl!