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The Royal Ballet: dynamism and contrast in its latest triple bill

Leo Dixon and Joseph Sissens in Wayne McGregor's Untitled, 2023 © Alice Pennefather
A mixed programme of all-British choreography, including a world premiere, offers something for everyone.
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Sex, scandal and Sisi: Mayerling opens Royal Ballet season

Natalia Osipova (Mary Vetsera) and Ryoichi Hirano (Rudolf) © ROH | Helen Maybanks
Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s Habsburg history lesson comes with a cast list as long as your arm, but the plots and intrigues ensure a gripping evening at the ballet.
****1
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Mexican flavours infuse Wheeldon's Like Water for Chocolate

Laura Esquivel’s extraordinary novel of recipes, romances and home remedies brought to life in Christopher Wheeldon and Joby Talbot's new creation. 
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An excellent Ashton triple bill from The Royal Ballet

A richly varied trio of works celebrate The Royal Ballet's former director, performed with sincerity and panache. 
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Zucchetti premiere and Beauty top and tail the RB's mixed programme

Marianela Núñez possesses a shimmering, celestial radiance and Vadim Muntagirov is a Prince in his prime.
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Popcorn, fish dives and a rock guitar lute: Balanchine and Robbins

An evening of George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins at Covent Garden, topped by a beautifully poignant rendering of Dances at a Gathering.
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