Ballet Appreciation Group
It’s so difficult to see live productions here in Tauranga but that doesn’t stop our group from watching the most marvellous ballet companies in the world giving spectacular performances. One month we watch a well-known ballet in rich, ornate costumes with wonderfully painted backdrops, then we alternate with a little known production, maybe pared-down scenery and basic costume.
In the early 20th Century Diaghilev and Fokine began to experiment with movement and costume, collaboration with Stravinsky produced The Rite of Spring which caused the audience to riot! Now it is considered a classic.
Matthew Bourne’s imagination has proved a wonderful asset, from his all-male Swan Lake to his version of Red Shoes intrigues and exploits every known facet of dance.
Not all the ballets we watch are classical. The Car Man was much appreciated with its mayhem of drink, gambling and murder! New ballets to watch out for are Merlin and the Great Gatsby.
Matthew Bourne’s
version of
Red Shoes
Bolshoi Ballet Co Taming of the Shrew
If you would like to join us for an afternoon of wonder please ring the convenor Margaret Osbourn 544 3865.