Australian Ballet goes fashion

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Images of Dance

As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations, the Australian Ballet and fashion magazine Vogue have prepared a sensual photo essay for its November issue. Featuring principal dancers Adam Bull and Amber Scott, the setting could be nothing better than Manoubra beach in Sydney. Artistic Director David McAllister highlighted the longstanding relationship between ballet and fashion such as former partnerships such as Diaghilev/Coco Chanel and Halston/ Martha Graham. The essay has given rise to the Ballet & Fashion exhibition taking place at the National Gallery of Victoria from November 3 onwards.

Como parte das comemorações do seu 50 º aniversário, o Australian Ballet e a revista de moda Vogue prepararam um ensaio fotográfico sensual para a edição de novembro. Apresentando os primeiros bailarinos Adam Bull e Amber Scott, a locação não poderia ser melhor do que a praia de Manoubra em Sydney. O diretor artístico David McAllister destacou a relação de longa data entre o ballet e a moda, como as parcerias antigas Diaghilev /Coco Chanel e Halston/Martha Graham. O ensaio deu origem à exposição Ballet & Fashio que ocorrerá na National Gallery of Victoria a partir de 3 de novembro.

Dans le cadre des célébrations du 50e anniversaire, l’Australian Ballet et la magazine de mode Vogue ont préparé un essai de photo sensuelle pour la édition de Novembre. Avec les danseurs étoiles Adam Bull et Amber Scott, le lieu de tournage peut être rien de mieux que la plage de Manoubra à Sydney. Le directeur artistique David McAllister a souligné la relation de longue date entre le ballet et la mode tels que des anciens partenariats Diaghilev /Coco Chanel et Halston/Martha Graham. L’essai a donné lieu à l’exposition Ballet & Fashion qui aura lieu à la National Gallery of Victoria à partir de 3 novembre.

Source: The Australian

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Bravo Roberto!

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Images of Dance

“Going home to a Milan which now seems as fake as reality tv. The one thing missing to complete my journey is to get back into my world and dance for Africa” - Roberto Bolle

Photo: Roberto Bolle and Alessandra Ferri via Oberon

By Juliana Araújo

For those who are unaware, Roberto Bolle is not just a pretty face stamped on Italian fashion magazines. In addition, the étoile dancer of the American Ballet Theatre and Alla Scala of Milan, was nominated goodwill ambassador for UNICEF in 1999 during a gala evening at the Teatro dell’Opera in Rome.

—ctrl+alt+dança

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Images of Dance

By Juliana Araújo

I have discovered CTRL+ALT+DANÇA during my searches on dance on the Internet. So, I have started following their publications which make me think deeply about dance in Brazil.

Following the contemporary line, the site brings us news on events, reviews and essays that give rise to thoughts on the role that dance plays in that country.

I am constantly amazed by their publications, which only proves that I have a lot to learn. Therefore, I have decided to share my new finding with you. Enjoy it!

Johan Kobborg’s Sylphide

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Images of Dance

“… La Sylphide choreographed by August Bournoville is one of the most famous ballets of the Romantic era. Johan Kobborg‘s production is steeped in the greatest traditions of the Bournonville style and training of which he himself is an expert exponent.” - Monica Mason

Marie Taglioni, La Sylphide, Alfred Edward Chalon (RA), Richard James Lane (A.R.A). lithograph, coloured by hand – Victoria and Albert Museum, London

By Juliana Araújo

The Royal Ballet of London has included one more gem in its repertory this season: La Sylphide. As part of May/June’s double bill, this ballet was performed along with George Balanchine‘s Ballo della Regina, with Alina Cojocaru and Steven McRae at the opening night.

The ballet which was originally choreographed by Filippo Taglioni, the father of Marie Taglioni, had its debut at Paris Opera in 1832. However, in 1836, August Bournonville recreated the ballet for the Royal Danish Ballet, with additional changes including emphasis on the footwork and uninterrupted allegro sequences — arms in bras bas letting the legs do all the work – which have become the Danish ballet’s hallmark. Read more here

Merci Sweets

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Images of Dance

“It all started five years ago. Taciana Lyra came across a brownie recipe and decided to test her cookery skills. When they got ready, the brownies were distributed among her family members, who tasted and approved the little chocolate cakes “- Diário de Pernambuco

Ballerina Cake designed by Merci Doces
Merci Doces©

By Juliana Araújo

Have you ever heard of Merci Doces? Merci is a sweets company set up by Taciana Lyra and Mariana Gusmão, which is based in Recife, and provides all sorts of sweets for thematic parties, shops and special occasions. Whatever the occasion, Merci does not only prepare customised sweets, but also the packaging that gives a special touch to your party.

Brownies, cupcakes and brigadeiro tubs are among the most popular requests. Beautiful and colorful the sweets are made with a great deal of love and creativity. What initially was appreciated by Taciana’s family members, is now an absolute success on the social networks. The company receives the orders through its dedicated page on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/MerciDoces

So dear dancers, how about celebrating your first successful audition or your first contract with the company of your dreams with a thematic party prepared by Mariana’s and Taciana’s magic hands?

Merci will acknowledge it for sure!

See below the photo gallery of various orders received by Merci.

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The girl dances…

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Images of Dance

“A menina dança sozinha por um momento

A menina dança sozinha com o vento, com o ar, com o sonho de olhos imensos…

A forma grácil de suas pernas ele é que as plasma, o seu par de ar, de vento, o seu par fantasma…

Menina de olhos imensos, tu, agora, paras, mas a mão ainda erguida segura ainda no ar o hástil invisível deste poema!” - Mario Quintana

Photo via Petite Danse

By Juliana Araújo

At 16, she won over the Brazilian people`s hearts with disconcerting simplitcity and her cheerful spirit, when she won the Joinville Dance Festival in 2010. With the same cheerfulness, the Swiss public fell in love with her and granted her the audience best dancer award as well as the Prix de Lausanne final prize in 2011. However, Mayara Magri knows that in order to succeed in dancing, it takes a great deal of determination, perseverance and hard work. She knows that in the ballet studio her focus is on the job. Then she rehearses, repeats in the constant quest for perfection. Talent, she has it in abundance. And it is quite noticible when one watches the lightness and gracefulness of her movements when she performs the variations of their repertoires. It makes a difficult job look easy, and with a striking smile she bewitches the members of the audience who sit in the theatre’s last row. Read more here

Ten things you should know about the carnival

Posted on February 19, 2012 by Images of Dance

“Tanto riso, oh quanta alegria
Mais de mil palhaços no salão
Arlequim está chorando pelo amor da Colombina
No meio da multidão

Foi bom te ver outra vez
Tá fazendo um ano
Foi no carnaval que passou
Eu sou aquele pierrô
Que te abraçou
Que te beijou, meu amor
A mesma máscara negra
Que esconde o teu rosto
Eu quero matar a saudade
Vou beijar-te agora
Não me leve a mal
Hoje é carnaval”

(Máscara Negra, Zé Keti)

Photo Via Wikipedia

By Juliana Araújo

1. The carnival is a festival that was originated in Greece between 600 and 520 BC.

2. The history about the Columbine, Harlequin and the Pierrot arose from the Italian Comedy. A company of actors in France spread out the history in France, aiming to popularise the Commedia dell’Arte,

3. During the seventeenth century, members of the Italian aristocracy wore masks during the Venice Carnival so that they could mingle with the people.

4. The Venice Carnival begins 58 days before Easter and ends on the Tuesday that preceeds Ash Wednesday.

5. The Brazilian Carnival was originated in Rio de Janeiro in 1641. The festivities are rooted in the customs of the Portuguese bourgeoisie that was influenced by masked balls were very common in Paris at that time.

Photo via Wikipedia

6. Despite the carnival of Rio de Janeiro is included in the Guinness Book as being the most popular party in the world, the group O Galo da Madrugada, from Recife, is considered the largest carnival group in the world.

7. The Carnival of the Animals ballet created by Christopher Wheeldon was first choreographed for the New York City Ballet; and was premiered on May 14, 2003.

8. The ballet Carnival of Venice was created by French composer André Campra. Its première took place on January 20, 1699 at the Académie Royale de Musique, now the Palais Garnier, where the Paris National Opera Paris National Opera.headquarters is located.

9. Marius Petipa reformulated the Satanella ballet for ballerina Alexandra Vergina in 1868. He then introduced Carnival of Venice in the third act.

10. The Ballet Les Millions d’Arlequin, which was choreographed by Marius Petipa was premiered on February 23, 1900 in St. Petersburg. However, the adapted version of George Balanchine, called Harlequinade has become more popular these days.

Source: Wikipedia.

When arts and politics meet – The Companhia de Ballet da Cidade de Niterói close-down

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Images of Dance

“An artist must bear in mind that he or she is part of his or her country’s life. And it is his or her job to provide examples that inspire new vocations” - Ana Botafogo

Photo via Nikiti Cultural

By Juliana Araújo

As usual, I came back home from work and switched my computer on to read the news of the day. I had in mind to write up a new post for my blog, probably on the worldwide Nutcracker productions as Christmas time approaches. Read more here

Aurélie Dupont – From a Petit-Rat to a Great Star

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Images of Dance

“Beautiful like a star, fresh like a rose, dedicated like a soldier and strong like a lumberjack” - l’espace d’un instant

Photo: via Aurélie Dupont Sky Rock

By Juliana Araújo

She is beautiful and delicate, but when she comes on stage, turns into a real giant. In addition to her impeccable technique Aurélie is also known in her field as a great actress of roles that are offered to her.

Born in Paris in 1973, Aurélie joined the School of Dance of the Paris Opera Ballet in 1983. As a child, she wanted to be a pianist. Each year, she awaited a piano as a Christmas present, but when she saw that the piano never arrived, she decided to join the dance school, where at least could dance to the sound of the piano. Aurélie used to spend hours next to the piano, and never needed to count the tempos in order to carry out a variation. Read more here