The Wind in the Willows

By Marianka Swain, 18 December 2013

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Reviewed at The Duchess, London on 16 December 2013

The Wind in the Willows (Will Tuckett)

Murderous madrigalist: Death of Gesualdo a treat for eyes and ears

Mark Pullinger, 16th January

Agony, ecstasy and a double murder: Bill Barclay and The Gesualdo Six combine for a theatrical concert celebrating the life – and death – of the Renaissance composer.

****1

Will Tuckett's Nutcracker for National Ballet of Japan is delightful

Naomi Mori, 19th December

National Ballet of Japan premiered production of Nutcracker choreographed by Will Tuckett, that features a stylish and dramatic Act 1 and a hilarious, colourful and unique Act 2.

****1

Carlos Acosta: On Before inspires rapturous standing ovations

Kathy Elgin, 16th February

Carlos Acosta can still draw in the crowds and this carefully chosen programme is well worth watching.

***11

National Ballet of Japan thrills in Tuckett's The Tragedy of Macbeth

Naomi Mori, 29th April

Two adaptations of well-known Shakespeare plays make wonderful additions to the repertoire of the National Ballet of Japan.

****1

Ballet Black: Pioneers, a double bill with bold drama and pure dance

Graham Watts, 8th March

Isabela Coracy’s performance as Nina Simone was a perfect opportunity to demonstrate that Ballet Black has a new star and she rose to the challenge with allure.

***11

A delicious Nutcracker to launch The Royal Ballet’s Christmas season

Mark Pullinger, 23rd November

Marianela Nuñez and Vadim Muntagirov still reign over The Kingdom of Sweet as The Nutcracker returns to Covent Garden for a marathon run of performances over the Christmas season.

****1

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Marianka Swain

Marianka Swain is a London-based scriptwriter and journalist. She completed a Creative Writing (Scriptwriting) MA at University of East Anglia. She is currently working on scripts for stage, screen and radio. Marianka is now a regular contributor to Dance Today magazine and Bargain Theatreland. Follow her on twitter at @mkmswain.

Messing about in boats: the Wind in the Willows