During its run in London at the Royal Opera House, Christopher Wheeldon's version of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland performed by the Royal Ballet was a hit. The National Ballet of Canada recently brought this co-production to Canada and it has been playing to packed audiences since its opening. The reviews have been glowing on all accounts including this one in the Globe and Mail.
A few months ago, I toured the National Ballet's costume facility and got a sneak peak at the costumes. Of course, I bought my tickets without delay.
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| Wonderland Tutus in the Hallway at the National Ballet |
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| Inside the hat department of the National Ballet |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland is a captivating and lively balletic version of the famous story of Alice. The action is non-stop and although Wheeldon has taken liberties with the story, the entire show is enchanting. Not only are the dancers superb, but the production is filled with magical costumes and brilliant sets. It is my new favourite ballet. In fact, it is a ballet that I would say is worth sitting in the rafters to see. Get your tickets, if you can, at the National Ballet website.
7 comments:
This looks Fabulous Ingrid! How I wish I could see it...
any pictures of costumes?
I hope your backyard is beckoning,
Nathalie
That looks magical - though I can't see myself going all the way to Canada to see it... The costumes (from what I can see) must be fantastic and there's nothing like an evening at the ballet. Wishing you a lovely Sunday xo
I wish I could show more of the costumes. I snapped a couple on my tour of their wardrobe facility but I am trying to be respectful of their copyright. There are some on the National Ballet website too.
You must take my word for it though - the costumes are vibrant and colourful and creative - in short, just brilliant!!
Yes! The photos are so intriguing, pulling you in...wanting more! I love ateliers, such inspirations...
Nathalie
I haven't seen any ballet live in a good couple of years now, sigh. This is the kind of classical ballet with a twist that I love. And those tutus take me back, too. :)
The sheer delight and whimsy is enough to pique my interest, and after reading your precis I am off to search the seat offerings.
OH! How I would love to see this ballet! I tried to see if it was coming to the U.S. but couldn't find any information..... :(
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