I saw the up to date cast sheet and performance in Cinema, without knowing that the cast had been changed. It could not have been any better for me than with the cast I saw. Could easily watch it all through again.

I have just ordered the November 2023 release of Anjelin Preljocaj Mythologies. Don't know what it is like as yet but will provide update after watching it.

https://youtu.be/jfZNaYmGhqw?si=sd10b6npxhC1qIa5

54 minutes ago, Stevie said:

A web article released in the last few hours offers optimism for those who enjoy physical media for their favorite arts performances.

Blu-rays are back: Why people are building physical media ...

 

Komando.com

https://www.komando.com › physical-media-libraries

 

 

 

 

 

 

A Royal Ballet release on DVD and Blu-Ray is scheduled for 26th January. This appears to be a combo pack of two previous releases, Pas de Deux & Essential Royal Ballet, at the same price for the two as it is for one. May be of interest to those who don't already have them. 

22 hours ago, jmhopton said:

Oh, I didn't realise it was a new recording. Perhaps I'll give it another go. I seem to remember it as being quite gothic but the only strong memory I have is this rather creepy, sinister 'baby' crawling about and that seemed to have blotted out everything else about the production. I really didn't like that baby! I'm not a massive fan of Matthew Bournes full length ballets but about 10 years ago I saw a programme of his short ballets and loved them.

I believe it is the 2022 production starring Ashley Shaw in the title role. Otherwise the same as the production previously released on DVD.

Ashley Shaw appears to be Bourne's preferred option at the moment in most things.

Clips courtesy of the Matthew Bourne youtube site.

https://youtu.be/fu5rQiC8IMw?si=XMeZBChzxFtz0U0w

https://youtu.be/nCmOCzwzv3I?si=2uxchxtSw342vWXV

On 14/10/2023 at 22:35, Ondine said:

 

Thanks for that, the header doesn't do it justice does it?   And the music!!

 

To celebrate International Dance Day, "Nuit Romaine," directed by Angelin Preljocaj and set in the Palazzo Farnese in Rome, follows the story of the goddess of the night, Nox, who comes to the Palazzo Farnese, bringing darkness and mystery into this place of power. Mesmerizing costumes by Maria Grazia Chiuri extend the movements of the dancers, with the site’s sculptures seemingly coming to life to interpret stories of love and passion. © Produced in collaboration with the French Embassy and the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, whose ballet director Eleonora Abbagnato is featured alongside ballet star Friedemann Vogel.

 

 

The making of 'Nuit Romain' by Preljocaj

https://youtu.be/6gDvXxav8Us?si=BAgKGTWvybaW4Wma

47 minutes ago, Pas de Quatre said:

I found in the end I could go back to my laptop and start again from  beginning or anywhere. But using their test video I could not get any device to connect to my smart TV. It is so much easier when you can access from a website online simply by logging in to your own account!

They say on their website "Streaming or casting from your device to your TV can be a little tricky due to the number of combinations of devices, TVs, and peripherals. In principle, devices and connected technologies using the same brand work the best."

You had better believe it !!!

And then they say you can phone their customer services team. Of course in the middle of the night U.K time.

Not a new release, but re released on blu-ray in 2015 from the original 2003 DVD and for sale at £3.52 including free p&p from Rarewaves UK, is the filmed version of James Kudelka's 'The Firebird' by National Ballet of Canada and starring Greta Hodgkinson. This blu-ray comes in a  convenient digi pack complete with booklet.

12 hours ago, alison said:

Rather short notice again, but Sky Arts has:

 

This coming Saturday: Swan Lake (unspecified, but I'd guess the Vienna State Ballet version)

 

And Monday 23rd October: Giselle (again, unspecified, but I assume it will be the Royal Ballet, Nunez/Muntagirov)

 

Both at the delightful hour of 6 am.

Yes, Vienna State Swan Lake, again and again.

The listing on one Sky Arts Schedule says for Giselle (Quote)

" Royal Ballet production, starring Natalia Osipova and Carlos Acosta"

Natalia Osipova and Carlos Acosta star in Peter Wrights Royal Ballet Production of Marius Petipa's classic version of the ballet, Staged at the Royal Opera House.

Another listing says it is the 2016 production, but carries images of Osipova and Acosta.

It appears likely that Sky Arts don't know which version it is and care even less.

A volunteer wanted to get up early and tell us. 

On 14/10/2023 at 22:35, Ondine said:

 

Thanks for that, the header doesn't do it justice does it?   And the music!!

 

To celebrate International Dance Day, "Nuit Romaine," directed by Angelin Preljocaj and set in the Palazzo Farnese in Rome, follows the story of the goddess of the night, Nox, who comes to the Palazzo Farnese, bringing darkness and mystery into this place of power. Mesmerizing costumes by Maria Grazia Chiuri extend the movements of the dancers, with the site’s sculptures seemingly coming to life to interpret stories of love and passion. © Produced in collaboration with the French Embassy and the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, whose ballet director Eleonora Abbagnato is featured alongside ballet star Friedemann Vogel.

 

 

We both enjoyed it. I have liked all Preljocaj works that I have seen and would like to see those that I have not seen yet. Sometimes things can be left understated to give the viewer a pleasant surprise. 

From the official Christian Dior youtube channel. Dior Celebrates International Dance Day with "Nuit Romaine". 

https://youtu.be/BxsHOaGkjzc?si=fhUQZD8yU5EkiCcO

17 minutes ago, Richard LH said:

They have replied that it should arrive in the next day or two.

Good.

I would describe them as slow but reliable, with no fuss and no frills, at the right price. I think the key to slow delivery is the Royal Mail second class tag, it is quite random.

Yes, they are not the quickest. My orders have normally taken about 7 days from dispatch notification, but have always turned up eventually. I think I am over 10 orders now.  Let us know their response to your email.

Listed as being released on 22nd October is 'Dona Nobis Pacem' , Hamburg Ballet, John Neumeier.

https://youtu.be/H6IgDs2AH3M?si=Wg7MlgMJLLrF_8oz

6 minutes ago, Stevie said:

 

 Not sure about USA, but there is a Rarewaves,com USA listed. so may be worth a try.

 

Shop Online at Rarewaves.com - Rarewaves USA

Rarewaves.com

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5 minutes ago, myrtle said:

This is amazing.   Would you be so kind as to share a link?  For some reason I was unable to find it via google.    I would like to check to see if this is available to buyers outside U.K. (even without free shipping etc).   

 

Thank you.

 

 Not sure about USA, but there is a Rarewaves,com USA listed. so may be worth a try.

 

Shop Online at Rarewaves.com - Rarewaves USA

Rarewaves.com

https://www.rarewaves.com

 

 

 

 

 

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3 hours ago, Richard LH said:

Thanks Stevie...that is exceptional value; just slightly miffed that I recall paying much more a while back just for Orpheus and Eurydice ! Still, the other two discs must be well worth laying out another £6.77.

Plus you will have three discs taking up only the same space as the one on your shelf. You could then give Orpheus as a Christmas present or sell it on. Don't let anyone know I told you, they may suspect that's what I did. It was cheaper than buying just Rain !

Not new releases, but for anyone who likes a good price, 'Rarewaves' U.K. are selling the 'Paris Opera Ballet', Box set of three blu-ray albums, for a total of £6.77  including free p&p. The three discs very compactly packaged and it includes :-

Orpheus and Eurydice

For those with recording capability and would like to watch it, Sky Arts are televising Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, Chroma. Grace, Takedeme and Revelations at 6:10 am GMT on Tuesday 3rd October. 

8 hours ago, Sim said:

Four Last Songs is one of my favourite pieces of sung classical music, especially the Jessie Norman/Kurt Masur recording.  Makes me weep every time.  I can’t wait to see how it is choreographed. 

I will probably never get to see the Ballet version, unless they bring it to the North. However the advertising prompted me to buy the CD last week, with Nina Stemme and Pappano conducting. I have enjoyed this. 

On 15/09/2023 at 00:58, Sim said:

I know, but we can’t record.  😩

I wouldn't buy another recording DVD player, ours appears to be in a continuous battle with our SMART TV, for which is in control. I would prefer to buy a FREEVIEW SET top PVR, or wait until I need a replacement TV and buy one with 'FREEVIEW PLAY'. I wonder what other experiences are ?

On 15/09/2023 at 01:14, Ondine said:

 That bad huh?

 

 

The only problem I see is that he insists on carrying out all his own editing and unfortunately he is very bad at it. So at crucial highlight of the shows, we get to see lingering shots of lighting columns, people crying into handkerchiefs, long shots of the audience, audience drinking, singing along and walking about. If we could only just watch the show and enjoy it, that would be great. 

1 hour ago, zxDaveM said:

 

its what the record function is for - you can then watch at leisure, or when they showing Andre Rieu (again!)

Not sure of all options but I think you need a TV with 'freeview play' or a set top recorder for this. I can do it on my recording DVD player. It can even record Andre Rieu, so I can play it back when I go out

13 hours ago, alison said:

 

Want a bet?

Please advise the terms, size and odds of the proposed bet. I may just want to take this one on, easy money I think.

3 minutes ago, Stevie said:

Sky Arts are showing Giselle on Tues 19th Sept at 06:00 GMT, with Natalia Osipova and Carlos Acosta

 

And Vienna Swan Lake, yet again on Sunday 17TH  at 6:00 AM