Mixed Programme

Covent Garden's Triple Bill spans history

Margaret Willis, 19th October

There are triple bills ---and there are triple bills. And this one –the first of The Royal Ballet’s 2011/12 season -- is certainly a top rate one.The programme, put together by Artistic director Monica Mason in her final year at the helm, gives an historical glimpse into the foundations and creative growth of The Royal Ballet over the years.

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Limen	Musique: Saariaho, Kaija (1952-2023) Chorégraphie: Wayne McGregor
Marguerite et Armand	Musique: Liszt, Franz (1811-1886) Chorégraphie: Sir Frederick Ashton
Réquiem	Musique: Fauré, Gabriel (1845-1924) Chorégraphie: Sir Kenneth MacMillan

The Royal Ballet
Barry Wordsworth	Direction
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House Covent Garden