Tuckett's Elizabeth at ROH Linbury

By Philippa Newis, 10 January 2016

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“captures the intimacy of Elizabeth's relationships with all the hallmarks of a Shakespearean tragedy”

Reviewed at Royal Opera House: Linbury Theatre, London on 8 January 2016

Elizabeth (Will Tuckett)

The Royal Ballet

Will Tuckett, Director

Fay Fullerton, Costume Designer

Carlos Acosta, Dancer

Zenaida Yanowsky, Dancer

David Kempster, Baritone

Raphael Wallfisch, Cello

Alasdair Middleton, Dramaturgy

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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Philippa Newis

Philippa Newis has a Masters degree in Dance. She works as a conciliator specialising in industrial relations. She is passionate about increasing participation in dance and has a strong interest in writing about emerging dance artists and choreographers.

William Tuckett, Elizabeth, Royal Opera House: Linbury Studio Theatre, London