Saturday 2 February 2008

Moscow City Ballet in Poole

Taking a few days off in Dorset recently, I managed to get tickets to see the Moscow Ballet Company perform the Nutcracker at the Lighthouse Arts Centre.
It is a long time since I saw a ballet and have to admit that I wasn't quite sure before I arrived but it turned out to be a really great evening.
The second half was much better than the first; the showcase of ballet skills from the male and female dancers was truly remarkable and it was a delight to witness.
The average age of the audience was high - which is disappointing because all the local budding ballet schools should surely munch up tickets? - but the quality of the seat, the view and the general professionalism of the venue all added to the evening. Plus - an ince cream in a theatre for £1.50. Now, in London ...............

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