Are foreign ballerinas the shape of things to come?
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It has become increasingly common for the UK's ballet companies to seek dancers from abroad. Some observers feel that the typical British body shape is not suited to current tastes in ballet, although it was possible in the past to produce good English dancers. It should be possible with time and commitment to produce good English dancers again. However, the current interest in tall, slender dancers creates difficulties, particularly as there are few good male dancers sufficiently tall to partner them.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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He who pays the piper ...
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The Scottish Ballet is determined to strongly oppose moves by the Scottish Arts Council to withdraw its grant. The company, formed in the second half of the 1960s by the organization then known as the Arts Council of Great Britain, has become a truly national company, as well as having achieved international success. It has had a considerable number of productions by leading European choreographers, and has also been able to attract high profile guest dancers. Its closure would be a very serious loss.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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A creator of wit and brilliance
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Choreographic John Cranko began writing ballets at the age of only 17. His work was first recognized in 1947 when he arranged 'Tritsch-Tratsch,' a polka by Johann Strauss. He became resident choreographer to Sadler's Wells Theatre Ballet for the 1950 to 1951 season and moved to the Stuttgart Ballet in 1960.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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