The principals on the night, Nao Sakuma as Lise, Iain Mackay as Colas and Robert Gravenor as Alain were excellent - as was our friend Valentin Olovyannikov in the role of Thomas – who we recognised immediately, outrageous costume or no!
In Birmingham we are extremely fortunate to have our own resident world-class ballet company, one that has international renown. They are recently returned from Hong Kong, and will be off to perform in Japan in May. And of course there was the memorable Virginia Arts Festival highlight performance of Swan Lake last summer at which we joined them for a few days.
The BRB introduce new works such as the recent success Cinderella with its refreshing take on the tale, striking scenery and all new choreography by David Bintley. And do go to see their classic production of Swan Lake as soon as you get the chance. BRB have been in Birmingham for over twenty years now and in that time they have contributed enormously to the cultural life and international standing of the city.
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