Comments | mzrowan: Russian ballet, anyone?

mzrowan

Russian ballet, anyone?

Feb 04, 2011 12:25

A while ago in this space I mentioned that the Coolidge is doing a series of HD broadcasts of ballet performances from the leading companies around the world. The next one is coming up on February 20 at 11 a.m.: Stravinsky & The Ballets Russes: Firebird, The Wedding, and The Rite of Spring. I've been curious to see The Rite of Spring forever. I ( Read more... )

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Yes drwex February 4 2011, 18:11:39 UTC

One of my favorite pieces ever. Interesting time, but I should be able to make it. Do you know how long it runs?

Re: Yes mzrowan February 4 2011, 21:44:00 UTC

Sorry, I don't know anything more than what's in the link above. It lists The Rite of Spring as two hours, so...something more than two hours.

Re: Yes drwex February 5 2011, 00:52:24 UTC

Argh. I'm already committed for that Sunday afternoon. I could push it a little, but not that much. Do let me know how it is. I really liked the Boston Ballet's version, but that was years ago.

dreams_of_wings February 4 2011, 21:11:35 UTC

ooh, me please! and maybe you could get a ticket for Tish as well, if you are buying tickets ahead of time?

mzrowan February 4 2011, 21:13:17 UTC

I think it'll be easiest for everyone to get their own tickets; they're GA, so we don't have to worry about getting a block together.