This summer, the Palais Garnier in Paris revived The Seasons’ Canon—a stunning ballet by Canadian choreographer, Crystal Pite. The Seasons is based on Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, “recomposed” by Max Richter. I’m fascinated by the way the individual appears in a crowd—at once isolated and easily discerned, yet part of a synchronized whole. The work is sensual, yet draws on Pite’s […]
Tag: Dance
Surf Rider
Me and a million others—all of a sudden—raving on the wave of Surf Rider. A scintillating combo of modern dance and after hours, I have watched this an embarrasingly large number of times. So satisfying, so mesmerizing.
Marching with Twyla
Apparently, Twyla Tharp is known to keep healthy and on point with a vigorous morning workout. I’m fascinated that this routine includes marching around to the music of John Philip Sousa. I can instantly hear the brass, the drums. Soon I can envision myself standing up and getting into it. The march: Instant discipline. There is nothing to learn or […]
