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  1. fashionista
    I did not realise. Did the funds completely cover the cost? If so, rather a coincidence that sear prices have increased with the opening of the "Open Up" project - and it does therefore result in the ROH not "opening up" the auditorium to new audiences !!!!
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    I must agree with my other ballet "buddies" on the Forum, that The Cunning Little Vixen was very disappointing. No inventive choreography and a lot of repetition and langours. The stage was also badly and dimly lit and I am fed up with the way Scarlett relies on animated film (as he did in Alice) - I come to watch the ballet and not an animated film projection. That said, I think the RBS students did their best with the material provided, but it was poor material with no memorable choreography. It was a welcome relief to watch the beauty of Ashton's choreography after the weak opening to this double bill on Saturday afternoon. I know the Ashtons of the ballet world are a rare breed, but what a beautifully constructed ballet and inventive choreography. Yasmine Naghdi was absolutely superb, as was her "opponent", Kaneko. I felt that Hay was a little dull and that he needed to project more. However, he partnered Naghdi beautifully and the whole company really shone in this ballet.
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    I think Magri is exceptionally talented, however, it is a fact that she is of a "heavier" build and not particularly petite - I say this without any malice, just stating fact.
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    I think it may be due to very steep prices. There are quite a number of performances of each ballet but at the high prices, probably too expensive for most people to afford !!! At one time, I would have booked one of each cast, but now impossible budget wise. I think the increase in prices this season is to cover the cost of the "Open Up" project - which is rather ironical, as due to the rise in seat prices, the ROH are not achieving "opening up" the auditorium to those people visiting the "open up" areas at front of house !!!!
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    Dear Sim, your words echo my thoughts entirely. Although it is very encouraging that the RB are trying to promote new works and choreographers, what is disturbing is that there does not appear to be any "control" on the level/standard of what is shown to the public. I really cannot understand why the general theme seems to be one of agonised movement (rather than dance) set against a badly and gloomily lit stage with unimaginative and unflattering costumes. I found the programme (apart from the pas de deux with Lauren and Marcelino), totally boring and monotonous. This causes deep concern for the future of British choreography.
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    Just noticed this on ROH website - will take place on Tuesday 12 March in Linbury at 6.00 pm.
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    I think the ROH is outpricing themselves hence the slow take-up of tickets. R&J is usually a fast seller but plenty of seats still available - I booked as Friends+ and noticed that it is the chepaer seats that have sold. I really do believe the hike in prices is paying for the "Open Up" project - this is ironic as "Open Up" is certainly not taking place as expensive seats are keeping people away !!!!
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    Just checked the ROH web site and nothing at all posted as yet. Really do think they should update!!! I am a Friend+ so hopefully can catch up with the ROH magazine when it arrives.
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    I have 2 tickets for sale for this film featuring Thiago Soares to be shown at the Linbury Theatre on Monday 21 January at 7.30 pm. The film is 2 hours in length (no interval). Seats are A 27 and 28, Upper Circle and priced at £17.00 each. Please message me if you would like to purchase. Many thanks Amanda
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    Wishing the dedicated BCF Mods a very Happy New Year and a huge thank you for the sterling and amazing work you all do in running the Forum. It is a unique platform for us balletomanes to share and learn from. You all do a marvellous job and I look forward to reading and contributing to posts during 2019. To the Mods and the ballet devotees - Every happiness for 2019 and enjoy all your ballet outings in 2019! Amanda
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    I will be interested to learn if you do receive a response from Mr KOH. A couple of years ago, I wrote to him regarding a day to pay homage to the Vaganova School (we were campaigning for the school at the time due to change of management) - all that was asked was if the company could remember the Vaganova at a rehearsal or in class. I received some lovely responses from ballet directors. The response I received from the director of our "home" company was:- ? x I was shocked and saddened.
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    Thanks for this information. I have never once received an email despite the fact that I am a Friend Plus. I think it is far better to announce on the ROH web site. Oh dear, more changes and not cast changes !!!!
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    Thanks for confirmation - much appreciated Amanda
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    I notice on the ROH web site this morning under La Bayadere casting/dates, that this week Magri is down for Gamzatti - is this an unscheduled debut? I am sure she was not scheduled to dance this with Cuthbertson/Ball. I checked ROH news, but no mention of cast change. If anyone can elucidate that would be appreciated. Many thanks Amanda
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    Indeed, very excited at all the new casts - start saving now. Agree, R&J will take precedence over Frankenstein!
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    I am so pleased you were impressed by the Ural Ballet in Ekaterinburg - they are an excellent troupe. I will be going out next week to see the premiere of Slava Samodurov's latest full length ballet for the company, By Order of the King (part of the Petipa celebrations). I am glad the company participated this year as they need to be known outside of Russia. Slava has now been their Artistic Director for 7 seasons and the troupe has improved greatly over this period.
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    Hi All, I will be booking as Friends Plus member today. However, unless I am missing something, casts have only been announced for Don Q and not for Two Pigeons, Patineurs programme or Frankenstein. Am not very happy in booking not knowing casts and wondered if anyone knew the casting. Many thanks Amanda
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    The seating plan gives blocks of prices but it is not coloured so you can see precisely which seat costs what - I think it needs to be more specific.
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    I have to agree Bruce, I think charging £60 is way over the top, and sadly, as such, I will not be attending the October or February masterclasses. The Masterclasses should not be a "fund raiser" and I think to charge £30 would be adequate. Shame.
  20. fashionista
    The Ashton Foundation is holding two further Masterclasses at the Royal Ballet School in Floral Street on Sunday 28 October 2018 and Sunday 24 February 2019, as follows:- Sunday 28 October with Carlos Acosta - La Fille Mal Gardee and Rhapsody Sunday 24 February with Lesley Collier and Wayne Sleep - Enigma Variations Timing for both is 2.30 to 5.30 pm (introduction, masterclass, drinks reception). Tickets are £60 for each event and can be purchased by emailing ashtonevents@yahoo.com or 020 7212 9627. Both seem well worth attending. Amanda
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    Thanks for this information - have just booked - look forward ))) Amanda
  22. fashionista
    Oh, so sad - have fond memories of dear Diana Vere - RIP x
  23. fashionista
    When I was a little girl, I used to draw sketches of the RB dancers and send them with a letter to them c/o the ROH. I received some lovely replies. I think that sadly now social media may have taken over as it is so easy to become Friends on FB or follow on Instagram or Twitter. However, I think it is still nice to send a written letter - nothing like the personal touch x
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    As far as I can recall, this is debut for Lauren.
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    That would be a wonderful opportunity to have a Nureyev/Fonteyn celebration. However, I did hear rumours that that the 2020-21 season will be entirely devoted to new works. I may be wrong and I sincerely hope that this is not the case !!!
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