Yesterday I went to see the Royal Danish Ballet perform Balanchine's version of The Nutcracker. I didn't really like the new costumes and scenography that was made for this ballet. And the dancers weren't the best, since most of the solos were danced by corps members. But I kind of understand that. The Nutcracker must be a good ballet for the artistic director to see how corps members deal with solos, because the parts are quite small.
One thing I always love is the music! Tchaikovsky sure was a genius! I'm almost always humming the Waltz of the Flowers, or Little Overture. Going to see Nutcracker also made me in such a Christmas spirit! The feeling I get when the ratking, Clara and the nutcracker fighting, and when Sugar Plum dances with her prince, and when Dewdrop does her balances. I just feel like Christmas is officially here. .. There is really nothing like the happiness you get when it time for Jesus' birthday ;)
Sugarplums, dewdrops and candycanes,
- Me <3
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