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I was going to say I found some of the audience a real challenge on Saturday evening. Inexplicably rude people at the conservatory bar (not unexpected) and way too many phones out during the show. Lots of little kids struggling to concentrate during a very long ballet late into the evening (don't blame them). There was a bit of a weird vibe overall, at least where I was sitting also if anyone can share seating secrets I am all ears. I usually opt for slightly restricted view seats as they are cheaper and only once had to leave (during R&J) as I could only see a third of the stage

Just a few thoughts... I very much enjoyed last night's performance. I had an odd seat, purchased during Friday Rush (stalls circle C89 which is to the side and partially restricted). It was however the closest I have ever sat to the stage and it was thrilling to be able to see the slightest expression in the dancers' faces and bodies.* I found the Francesca and Matty pairing wonderful, I think I enjoyed it more than her turn with W Bracewell. There's a sequence in the PDD in which his hands somehow never touch her arms, they seem to hover protectively a few inches away and very gradually and tentatively grow closer until they finally embrace. I can't really explain it but it was very moving. The swans were beautiful (although the right side of the stage was pretty much obscured for me) and the music seemed to follow the needs of the dancers - I have never noticed that before. I think the composer was very subtly adjusting for the performance to boost them and lift them. I hope, with the forum's help, I can find a better seating choice that's both clear view, close to stage and not too expensive - does such a unicorn exist?? * unfortunately close enough to see the Sister sprain (?) her ankle, I literally gasped out loud.

A lovely pairing

I go on my own all time time but usually at the rehearsals or matinees... tonight I feel I could use the company x

Am at the ROH for tonight's Swan Lake if anyone wants to meet up. Going solo tonight and feeling very awkward on my own! Sitting at stalls circle, wearing long pink summer dress

I got a last minute ticket to the 7pm show tomorrow and would love to meet up when any forum members... am new here so am not sure this is the right place to post this ☺️

Tuesday 02 April 2024, 7:00pm Carmen – Friends Rehearsal Main Stage LEVEL 6 / Upper Amphitheatre / Door 6F / Row P Seat 58 / £ 28.00 please message if interested lucy

Have sent you a message

Definitely interested can I get back to you tomorrow?

Got two spare tickets for ROH Festival of New Choreography rehearsal today at 11.30 am. Not fantastic seats (amphitheater row F) but if anyone is able to attend pls let me know Lucy