On 22nd of March 2011, Bordeaux International School with the Secondary class students went to “Grand Théâtre” to watch a performance of the ballet Balanchine.
The theatre itself, was quite impressive with elegant green seats. A number of balconies decorated in a golden colour gave us an impression of the 18th century when the theatre was built .There was also a big fresco of angels on the ceiling which gave a warm feeling to the room. In the middle there was a large stage. It was simple with not many details only the background lit by the stage lights. A small orchestra was situated under the stage so you could only see the conductor standing and waving his baton above them.
The first performance ”Apolon” was danced to the Violin concerto of Igor Stravinsky. A highly skilled male dancer started the performance pretending to play the instrument followed by precise and elegant movements. As the music played on, three girl dancers started to appear on the stage, making smooth movements and shapes with their legs and arms. The amazing shape they made was when their hands were interwoven with each other, in a really complicated form but done flawlessly.
One girl was carrying a harp, the second one a mask and the third one something that looked like a letter or a book. It was really interesting because they were making a story while dancing. They were wearing white leotards with white tights.
“Les Tempéraments” I found more amusing. This time, the girls were wearing black leotards with white tights which looked more sophisticated and serious. Also, the choreography was more diverse and harder to do. I found it outstanding.
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