Notebook
Giselle: The Original Collaboration
Exploring the origins of the ballet, Giselle, including the first choreographers; Jean Coralli (and Jules Perrot), the early ambitions of the composer; Adolphe Adam, and whether there was a collaborative relationship between the two (or three).
The Haunted Ballroom | In The Spotlight
Shining the spotlight on a charming one-act ballet titled The Haunted Ballroom from 1934. Sadly lost to time, this ballet is still very much jewel in the history of U.K. ballet productions and one that I very much hope will be re-staged so it can be enjoyed in all its glory once again.
Poem: Song Of The Sirens
The lyrics to the third track of the Mermaiden Suite, ‘Song of the Sirens’.
Mermaid Mythology
Take a dive into the deep blue waters of the sea as we explore the mysterious and sometimes conflicting mythology of our beloved, yet often unruly, mermaids.
The Nettle Dress | Allan Brown
A beautiful documentary that follows a man named Allan Brown on his seven year journey to make a dress entirely out of nettles, by hand, using traditional techniques.
Giselle | Origins of a Fairytale
A venture into the origins of the story of Giselle, investigating the legend of the Wilis that was its core inspiration…
Coppélia | Origins of a Fairytale
A venture into the origins of the Coppélia story, revealing the dark and sinister tale that was the basis if its inspiration…
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