Allison Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 So just as Charlie and I had met, we were joined by Alex Beard, who I interviewed for the London Ballet Circle recently, who gave us a mini tour of the ROH redevelopment plans exhibition - well worth seeing in my opinion. Then up to the Clore where Kim Brandstrup was rehearsing Deirdre Chapman and Bennet Gartside in Ceremony of Innocence. Although I've already seen it performed in Snape and Copenhagen, Kim used this opportunity to amend and fine tune this work. Although there is no narrative as such, this scene was inspired by a memory from Benn's character's childhood when a day at the beach was marred by getting separated from his mother. Years later his mother still remembers being frantic with worry and it appears the experience scarred her for life, still worrying about him as a grown man. Liam Scarlett's work Age of Anxiety is still in development. Based on the book, the first section that was rehearsed saw Matthew Ball and Natalie Harrison as the young couple very much in love in a late night bar. Liam's ability to articulate every facet of the characters helped his dancers find their unique interpretation. It was great fun to watch the development of that section. The evening concluded with Liam rehearsing Tristan Dyer's solo which was a masterclass in the eloquence of the smallest of movements. Many thanks once again Charlie for the opportunity to sit in on the rehearsal this evening. Kind regards Allison 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Mallinson Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 FYI the above post refers to the Insight Evening on October 27 and has been moved from Ticket Exchange. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Macmillan Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 I don't get out much. Charlie? Alex Beard? "ROH redevelopment plans" - wasn't that all done about 15 years ago? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alison Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 First I'd heard of it, too, I must admit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Mallinson Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I don't get out much. Charlie? Alex Beard? "ROH redevelopment plans" - wasn't that all done about 15 years ago? Charlie passed her ticket on to Allison. Alex Beard is Chief Exec of ROH. After 15 years you have to start again… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alison Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 [At this point, the discussion deviated onto the ROH reconfiguration plans, so I've moved that to another thread here: http://www.balletcoforum.com/index.php?/topic/8141-roh-reconfiguration-plans/, as I thought it might be of interest.] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyTaylor Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 Coming back to the original topic, I saw the rehearsal today. Not sure how much I'm allowed to say about Age of Anxiety but it's very definitely a vehicle for Steven McRae and Laura Morera who were brilliant. The New York sets are stunning too. Suggest you gen up before you see it otherwise detail and context will be missed. The Bernstein score is also amazing and the orchestra are loving it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aileen Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 Does anyone know if Aeternam is performed last in this bill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nina G. Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 (edited) Yes Aeternum is last Aileen Edited November 5, 2014 by Nina G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aileen Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 Good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Newcombe Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 Why Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aileen Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 So I can skip it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zxDaveM Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 So I can skip it. That's just daft - its a very good piece (the final pdd is particularly wonderful) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Newcombe Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Right on Dave. Nunez and Calvert are superb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aileen Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Dave, I've seen it before - twice - and I don't feel the need to see it again. I don't appreciate being called 'daft' either. I'm entitled to my opinion, just as you are. These things are largely a matter of taste and opinion rather than fact. Your tastes and opinions are just that, not fact. I'd appreciate it if you would address me more respectfully in future. Your tone is very patronising and you come across as a middle aged know-it-all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alison Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 I've only booked one performance of this bill so far - and, given the cast changes, may not be booking any more - so would expect to stay until the end, but last time around I found that Aeternum, like Trespass in the Titian programme, was for me a case of the law of diminishing returns, so if I do book more performances it's conceivable that I too might leave early. OTOH, I might change my mind totally and decide that it's a masterpiece. I shall have to wait and see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zxDaveM Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Dave, I've seen it before - twice - and I don't feel the need to see it again. I don't appreciate being called 'daft' either. I'm entitled to my opinion, just as you are. These things are largely a matter of taste and opinion rather than fact. Your tastes and opinions are just that, not fact. I'd appreciate it if you would address me more respectfully in future. Your tone is very patronising and you come across as a middle aged know-it-all. didn't say YOU were daft - I just think its daft to miss the best piece of the bill, is all. I may well be middle aged, but certainly not a know it all, you cheeky wee scamp! ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aileen Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 If only I were a wee scamp, Dave! I suspect that I'm not much younger than you :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneMarriott Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 I'm with Aileen about Aeternum on this (sorry Dave and everyone else who loves it). I saw it twice last time round and simply can't remember a thing about it except possibly the backdrop. So it obviously didn't do it for me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveclassics Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Can someone tell me anything about the Bernstein score? For example, when was it written and can I find a recording to listen to first? I miss out on a lot of new stuff because I find the music uninspiring and sometimes downright repellent (shudders at memory of Pierrot Lunaire). With most ballet I find familiarity with the music adds immeasurably to my enjoyment of the dancing. Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alison Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Probably something here https://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&q=Bernstein+%22age+of+anxiety%22&meta=&gws_rd=ssl, I'd guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sim Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 I also saw Aeternum two or three times and I can't remember anything about it...even whether I liked it or not. That in itself probably answers my question! Will be interested to see my reaction this time around. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beryl H Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 I remember thinking the pdd at the end of Aeternum was very emotional, it seemed to be about forgiveness and redemption after war, there's a rehearsal photo of Marienela Nunez and Federico Bonelli in The Times today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Wall Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 (edited) I remember thinking the pdd at the end of Aeternum was very emotional, it seemed to be about forgiveness and redemption after war, there's a rehearsal photo of Marienela Nunez and Federico Bonelli in The Times today. Also I seem to recall a significant solo section created for the very talented James Hay ... but perhaps I am wrong in that ... Edited November 7, 2014 by Bruce Wall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangorballetboy Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 I generally don't like to post about rehearsals but I have to say that Claire Calvert was simply stunning in the final Aeternum pd2 this afternoon. I'm still shaking! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Newcombe Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 Same here. Watching that performance had me speculating which roles she ought to be dancing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 Any thoughts on Age of Aniexty post rehearsal performance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Mallinson Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 You'll enjoy it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 Looking forward to a double dose tomorrow then. As well of course, as any discussions here post premiere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daisydance Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 I generally don't like to post about rehearsals but I have to say that Claire Calvert was simply stunning in the final Aeternum pd2 this afternoon. I'm still shaking! Same here. Watching that performance had me speculating which roles she ought to be dancing. She was absolutely stunning. Wonderful pd2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zxDaveM Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 I was at a couple of rehearsals during the week (sadly, for me anyway, missed Aeternum due to unavoidable circumstances). Anyhoo, a couple of photos, and link to more...Edward Watson in Ceremony of Innocence© Dave Morgan. Courtesy of DanceTabs / Flickr The Age of Anxiety - Tristan Dyer, Laura Morera, Bennet Gartside, Steven McRae© Dave Morgan. Courtesy of DanceTabs / FlickrSee more...Set from DanceTabs: Royal Ballet - Ceremony of Innocence and The Age of Anxiety Courtesy of DanceTabs / FlickrBy kind permission of the Royal Opera House 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zxDaveM Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 Also I seem to recall a significant solo section created for the very talented James Hay ... but perhaps I am wrong in that ... you were correct Bruce - he and Marcellino Sambe share duties, but I think it was created on James. And a sprightly solo it is too! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helpop Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 To be fair I'm not a big fan of abstract work, but overall last night's programme really didn't work for me. I did talk to and overhear several people who really enjoyed the Brandstrup piece, but it didn't grip me at all - I found my attention wandering constantly. I made the mistake of not looking up a synopsis before I came, so I hadn't the foggiest what it was about. I picked up a theme of loneliness, but according to some hasty research during the interval it was something to do with an adult confronting their childhood self. The choreography was unimpressive, and seemed a waste of the various talents on stage, in particular Ed Watson. I will say the lighting scheme was pretty good however. I did enjoy Age of Anxiety, which I had expected to as I liked what I saw during the rehearsal shown on the 24hr stream. I'm starting to recognise Liam Scarlett's distinctive style now, and it is growing on me. Good choreography and characterisation, well performed, in particular by McCrae and Dyer. From the audience reaction I think this piece went down quite well. Aeternum was ok. Quite beautiful although I don't think I'd go out of my way to see it again. I think a slightly disappointing evening needed something else to give it more of a lift at the end. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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