A big thank you to Mark Smith for unearthing this rare gem and for reviewing it so eloquently; it's a delight to welcome him back to the blog. La Mort du cygne is a 1937 film directed by Jean-Benoît-Lévy, starring Janine Charrat, Yvette Chauviré, and Mia Slavenska, with choreography by Serge Lifar. Music from Chopin and Gounod is played by the Paris Opera Orchestra. Also featured are the Corps de Ballet and Dancers of the School of the National Opera of France. 12-year-old Ro

Recommendations for Autumnal Ballet Treats. A Book, a Film, a Podcast and a Stage Performance for you to enjoy, take your pick.

Christmas means only one thing for Ballet Companies around the world and that is the marathon that is Nutcracker season. I've had my own...

Released in 2018 The Ice King is a fascinating and poignant documentary about the life of John Curry. ​ Watch the trailer here ​...