Why Swan Lake’s Odette-Odile role is so punishing, and how 3 ballet dancers took it on
New York City Ballet’s Unity Phelan, Mira Nadon and Miriam Miller talk about the huge challenge of Swan Lakes’ White and ...
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Fluttering arms, aching calves, bursting lungs: 'Swan Lake' is a ballerina's Mount Everest
the devious Black Swan. “No fouettés today — save them for tonight,” directed Phelan’s coach at New York City Ballet, Kathleen Tracey. Dancer and coach agreed: preserving Phelan’s precious leg muscles ...
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Dramatic roles and demanding challenges inspire City Ballet’s ‘Swan Lake II’
The second act of Swan Lake showcases Brian Heil ... At the rehearsal for the Winter section of the dance, Elizabeth, dressed in her signature black tunic and slacks, counts to eight and with ...
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Fluttering arms, aching calves, bursting lungs: 'Swan Lake' is a ballerina's Mount Everest
the devious Black Swan. “No fouettés today — save them for tonight,” directed Phelan’s coach at New York City Ballet, Kathleen Tracey. Dancer and coach agreed: preserving Phelan’s ...
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Emily Blunt Had “Full Anxiety Attack” After Watching Natalie Portman As Nina Sayers in Black Swan
Though she may not have reached Portman’s level, she gained a deep respect for dancers and their dedication. Her anxiety after watching Black Swan was understandable. But in the end, she stayed ...
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Dallas dance companies rethink ‘Swan Lake’ from the female point of view
(DFW Dance Photography) Two Dallas troupes ... Petipa and Ivanov like the four little swans and the classic white swan/black swan variations,” Bernet continues. “It begins in the lobby ...