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Performer: Yuji Sawada

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TokyoCinderella

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Prokofiev: Cinderella
Sir Frederick Ashton; National Ballet of Japan; Marc Leroy-Calatayud; Misato Tomita; Wendy Ellis Somes; David Walker

TokyoKenneth MacMillan's Manon

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Massenet: Manon
Sir Kenneth MacMillan; National Ballet of Japan; Martin Yates; Nicholas Georgiadis; Yuji Sawada

TokyoRaymonda

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Glazunov: Raymonda
Marius Petipa; National Ballet of Japan; Misato Tomita; Asami Maki; Luisa Spinatelli
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National Ballet of Japan’s new triple bill is full of bold challenges

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While National Ballet of Japan’s latest triple bill presents many challenges, one hopes these valuable masterpieces will be revived, enabling the company to develop its virtuosity and artistry.
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National Ballet of Japan: a breathtaking Beauty opens the season

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National Ballet of Japan opened their 2024/25 season with Eagling’s The Sleeping Beauty. Haruka Sassa's Aurora, guesting from Staatsballett Berlin, and prima ballerina, Yui Yonezawa, debuting as the Lilac Fairy, were highly impressive. 
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National Ballet of Japan: Tales of Hoffmann, a successful revival

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National Ballet of Japan have revived Peter Darrell’s Tales of Hoffmann and whilst this may not be a masterpiece, served to show how much the company is evolving, with excellent lead dancers.
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