DavidW Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 Hey guys - couldn't resist sharing this story! My Russian Ballet School and Russian Youth Ballet Company are doing a production of Swan Lake in April, and I have been lucky enough to be cast as Rothbart (Acts II-IV), Spanish (Act III) and the Tutor (Act I). Tonight we were getting different parts of our costume: for me it was my Act III dual Rothbart/Spanish costume. I tried on my black and ruby top (one of those ones that come down to midriff level) and my teachers told me to try on a few pairs of ballet boots to see which fit. I ended up with a knee high pair that look pretty awesome (and rather in character). I then proceeded to look at some writing on the inside of the cuff which said who the previous owner was.... Jonathan Cope! I nearly fainted with shock! Turns out my ballet teachers have bought a few boots from the Royal Ballet and Mr Cope's were the best fit for me Needless to say, the boots have inspired me to work even harder to try and remotely do them justice in the performances in April. Just thought I'd share! 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O`Brien Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 Nice one,Dave.! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hfbrew Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 Brilliant, good luck with the performance! I remember the thrill many years ago of finding a costume from Coppelia with Lesley Colliers name- sadly most of my fellow dancers hadn't heard of her! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidW Posted February 15, 2013 Author Share Posted February 15, 2013 I'm not sure many of my classmates knew Cope's name (most of the girls are around 16) but once I mentioned he was Darcey Bussell's partner their excitement kicked in! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anjuli_Bai Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 And now, Dave, you get to write your name inside. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amber21 Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 Wow imagine walking in the boots of Jonathan Cope! Lets hope some of that magic can channel its way billy elliot style!! congratulations on your part! Ax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 How exciting! My dd was equally thrilled to be presented with festival junior ballet championship trophy that had previously been won by Lauren Cuthbertson. Have a fabulous show! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swanprincess Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 aww wow! amazing! best of luck for the show, Rothbart must be a really fun part to play Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidW Posted February 16, 2013 Author Share Posted February 16, 2013 Thanks so much guys! I'm definitely looking forward to writing my name under Cope's... swanprincess - Yeah, Rothbart is a really fun part to play It's a bit harder than I thought - I'm not used to playing an evil and arrogant character! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxi4ballet Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 An actor friend of mine once said he'd rather play the villain than the good guy, it's much more fun! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasdebourree15 Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 Wow! That's amazing! Congrats, and best of luck for the show! Enjoy it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie4dancin Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 Wow hope the performances went well and thank you for sharing your lovely story Cx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachaelballet12 Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 Such an inspiration hope you have had a great time . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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