Bellini Pointe

Great that Irek is joining but hope that means there is still plenty of work for Michael (Coleman) to do.I just loved Michael's Pasha in Corsaire ! Sad to hear that Joan has left . A very promising Dancer ( I remember seeing him in the film First Position). I wish him well for his future Career.

I have booked for the Swan Lake Workshop too Terpsichore

KNT Danceworks are also doing a three day workshop for Advanced Dancers based on Giselle which is being held in August in Manchester .It will be taught by a former Dancer of Northern Ballet Theatre. Full details on their Website.

Thank you for your answer Lin.Mine were just half length insoles so I think the full length ones you mention would be a better idea. Your description of the shoes sounds fine for my feet thank you. I hope you enjoy Cinderella !

I agree about KNT Danceworks.In Manchester they have just started a RAD Intermediate Foundation Class.They also run Classes in Liverpool.

Lin if the shoes are still available and are not narrow fitting I would be interested as I am about ready for a new pair.

Hello Lin may I ask which arch support you use please.I use the Ballet inserts from Dr Foot but find that they have a habit after some light wear of moving around slightly even though securely placed in the shoe.

So sorry to read this John. I hope the upcoming alternative of an Online Archive covers a wide representation of the Collection and not just a few items.

Interesting Video Janet - I like it !

I attended a music festival last year where the first half of the final Concert was shared between two world famous musicians playing ambient and relaxing music. Just near the door to the Balcony and close to where I was sat was propped a very drunk woman who insisted on shouting very loudly down to them . Lots of whooping and what she clearly thought were "witty" comments. It was also being filmed so such a shame that the soundtrack will contain her contributions. People were asking the staff to remove her but they did nothing . They allowed her back in for the second half which consisted of much louder music and she could still be heard over that.

Kate I very much agree with with your thoughts about Am Dan and have often wondered the same myself. I live in a major northern city and even there there is nothing in the way of a performing group to join.

Same thing happened with Swan Lake Lin and I must say I felt the same way at first! Mind you they did seem quite friendly towards us! I am always in awe watching the Company Class especially when they get into the Allegro in the centre towards the end.Such fabulously talented Dancers !

Check out Chelsea Ballet Company as they have an annual dance intensive in August.

Lin I agree about the Coli stage too. I think it is lovely having the chance to actually dance on the same stage as the Company and seeing the auditorium from their perspective was interesting too.

Hi Michelle I wasn't at the Gala rehearsal sadly as I live too far from London to attend LAB on a regular basis.I would love it if someone could think of starting something similar here in Manchester - there would be no shortage of Dancers wanting to join ! Thank you for telling me of your experience of the Corsaire workshop, that was very helpful.I saw their production the last time they came to Manchester and loved it not to mention watching a Company Class too ! I have booked onto the Corsaire and Swan Lake upcoming workshops which I am really looking forward to.Might do the Nutcracker one too ! I did the ENB Swan Lake workshop at the Coliseum in January which was most enjoyable.The act 2 number 13 waltz was taught with the unusual ending of the sole male dancer taking the role of Rothbart and us swans angrily pointing at him !

I've just checked their website .They offer Beginner or Advanced Classes only in Liverpool.Forgot to mention that they also have Tap classes too.

I would recommend KNT Danceworks. They hold open classes in Ballet and Jazz on a weekly basis in both Liverpool and Manchester on three levels Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.

Wonderful news !

Hello.I was just wondering out of interest if anyone who attended today could tell me which extract from the Ballet was taught ? Thankyou

You may just find that someone uploads some video up to YouTube at some point.

Hello.There are some nice costumes on the Dance Direct website.

Sending positive thoughts too ...

Hello Dancemum. From what I was told it was Prescot for preference but they would consider areas local to it too .

Slightly off topic but some years ago the then local dance shop to me often had a large container of "slight seconds" Pointe Shoes to rummage through. Most had only small defects and all pairs were sold for £5.00 . Saved me quite a bit of money over time !

Hello I have just been asked about the above. This is regarding a girl who wishes to do Ballet . Anyone any ideas please ?