By Derek Kramer
Wei Wang on Portraying the Creature in Frankenstein The Creature in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is a complex figure embodying both innocence and malevolence. Created by Victor Frankenstein through an unholy scientific experiment, the Creature is initially benevolent, curious, and eager for human connection. However, society’s rejection, coupled with Victor’s abandonment, drives him into isolation and … Continued
By Derek Kramer
English National Ballet Associate Artistic Director and Stager Loipa Araújo talks with Director of Education and Training Jennie Scholick on March 1, 2025 about Rojo’s Raymonda in the 2025 Season. Tickets available here. Like what you heard? Subscribe to our Meet the Artist podcast on Apple Podcasts to access archived episodes and have new ones delivered … Continued
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An Exploration of Love and War From the courageous, compassionate Raymonda to the gallant soldiers and devoted nurses within this story, every character on stage contributes to the emotional depth and grandeur of Artistic Director and Choreographer Tamara Rojo’s reimagined Raymonda. The rich tapestry of personalities and vibrant storytelling in this production drive the narrative, … Continued
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Get to Know the Guest Dancer Onstage in RAYMONDA This season Guest Artist Joseph Caley joins us to dance the role of John de Bryan in Rojo’s Raymonda. Caley is an international guest artist, Principal Artist with the Australian Ballet, and has previously danced with English National Ballet. His Principal roles include Siegfried in Anne … Continued
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A Deep Dive into the Character Dances of Raymonda In Rojo’s Raymonda, the acclaimed character dances by Choreographer Vadim Sirotin are a lively celebration of cultures and provide valuable historical context. Drawing inspiration from the original ballet’s traditional Hungarian and Middle Eastern influences, these character dances are reimagined to reflect the multicultural alliances of the … Continued
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MEET DAVIDE OCCHIPINTI San Francisco Ballet School alumnus and current corps member of San Francisco Ballet. Davide is creating a new work for San Francisco Ballet School Level 8 students that will premiere at Spring Festival, May 9–10 in the War Memorial Opera House. For more information, visit 2025 Spring Festival. How did ballet first … Continued
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Stager Crystal Costa talks with Dance Educator Jennifer French Kovacevich on February 16, 2025 about Akram Khan’s Dust, as part of Cool Brittania Program 2 in the 2025 Season. Tickets available here. Like what you heard? Subscribe to our Meet the Artist podcast on Apple Podcasts to access archived episodes and have new ones delivered straight … Continued
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Glazunov Through the Eyes of Martin West By: Martin West, Music Director and Principal Conductor Glazunov’s music straddles the era of the Nationalist Russian Composers, (including his teacher Rimsky Korsakov) and the towering Russian greats of the 20th century, including Shostakovich and Prokofiev. Raymonda was premiered just a few years after Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker and Sleeping … Continued
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SF Ballet Corps de Ballet dancers Jihyun Choi and Pemberley Ann Olson talk with Dance Educator Mary Wood on February 14, 2025 about Cool Brittania Program 2, as part of the 2025 Season. Tickets available here. Like what you heard? Subscribe to our Meet the Artist podcast on Apple Podcasts to access archived episodes and … Continued
By Derek Kramer
SF Ballet Principal Dancer Harrison James talks with Jennifer Kovacevich on January 31, 2025 about Manon as part of the 2025 Season. Tickets available here. Like what you heard? Subscribe to our Meet the Artist podcast on Apple Podcasts to access archived episodes and have new ones delivered straight to your devices! Hear more Meet … Continued
