NEBT's Quint-essential programme

By Christopher Curtis, 10 November 2016

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“a rich menu of thoughtful and engaging choreography”

Reviewed at Sadler's Wells: Peacock Theatre, London on 9 November 2016

The Land of Nod (Marcelino Sambé)

Strangers (George Williamson)

Moonshine (Kristen McNally)

Enticement's Lure (Valentino Zucchetti)

Vertex (Daniela Cardim)

New English Ballet Theatre

Isabella Swietlicki, Dancer

Ballet Icons 20th anniversary gala offered a roster of star dancers

Amanda Jennings, 15th February

Many world class performances to enjoy in this 20th edition of the annual Ballet Icons Gala.

****1

The Royal Ballet’s Like Water for Chocolate is sumptuous but complex

Amanda Jennings, 1st October

The Royal Ballet’s season opener, Christopher Wheeldon’s Like Water for Chocolate, is visually tremendous, very well danced but the many principal and soloist characters are difficult to keep up with.

****1

International Draft Works: an opportunity for discovery

Deborah Weiss, 9th April

An interesting mix of classical, contemporary, hip-hop and cultural choreography graced the stage at the Linbury Theatre for International Draft Works 2025.

***11

Natalia Osipova at the Linbury: a revelation

Amanda Jennings, 6th March

Osipova has always, since her very earliest appearances on stage, stood out for the sheer energy and commitment she shows in all her work. This is no exception.

****1

The Royal Ballet’s Light of Passage: mesmerisingly beautiful

Amanda Jennings, 20th February

Overall, Light of Passage is one of those glorious pieces where music, choreography and design meld together to make theatrical magic.

*****

Ashton Celebrated in luscious style by The Royal Ballet

Amanda Jennings, 6th June

The Royal Ballet gets off to an extraordinary start for its Ashton Celebrated season with some ravishing dancing on offer.

****1

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