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Tag Archives: West Australian Ballet
Reviews
STATE ballet triple bill is spell-binding
25 June 2021
From flirtatious fun to creatures of the underworld, each of the three works in West Australian Ballet’s inaugural ‘STATE’ program won over the opening night audience, writes Nina Levy… and she has hopes for where these successes might lead.
Features
Always dancing in her heart: a tribute to Lucette Aldous
18 June 2021
As the international ballet community mourns the loss of Lucette Aldous AC, who passed away 5 June 2021 at the age of 82, choreographer and former director of West Australian Ballet Barry Moreland reflects on the joys of the time he spent with his dearly loved friend and colleague.
Reviews
Romantic tale transcends the centuries
14 May 2021
West Australian Ballet’s 2021 season of Giselle demonstrates that this 180 year old ballet still has the capacity to touch audience’s hearts, says Kim Balfour.
Features
Cream of the crop 2020
9 December 2020
It feels more important than ever to celebrate the arts in 2020. And so, in spite of the challenges faced by the arts community this year, we are thrilled to bring you Seesaw’s annual ‘Cream of the Crop’ round-up, in which we ask our writers to reflect on the year that was and the year to come.
Features
Launching bravely into 2021
27 November 2020
Nobody knows what 2021 will hold but as Western Australia’s major arts organisations launch their programmes for next year David Zampatti discovers a mix of bravery and caution that bodes well for our artists and their audiences.
Kids
Magical winter wonderland
24 November 2020
Junior reviewer Saskia Haluszkiewicz describes the immersive experience of being swept up into Clara’s world in the Nutcracker.
Reviews
Still sparkling in season three
22 November 2020
West Australian Ballet’s Nutcracker is on its third outing but it managed to win over an unwilling attendee, admits Nina Levy.
Reviews
Gala promises to be a people pleaser
20 November 2020
With a snappy program that is paced to suit our social media shaped attention spans, West Australian Ballet’s ‘Gala’ is designed for popular appeal, writes Nina Levy.
Features
WA dancers grace the national stage
29 October 2020
The shortlisted nominees for the 2020 Australian Dance Awards have been announced and West Australian artists have made their presence known.
