Posts by Kris Eitland
Soggy Pace and Score Dampen ‘Singin’ in the Rain’
As much as the sumptuous rainy dance on stage, grainy films of Lina and Don in their first attempts at talkies float this production to a higher level. The leads are adorable in black and white, even Lina. “Oh Philippe, you shouldn’t have come…” she squawks…
Read More‘more UNICORN’ Reveals More Dance Magic than Expected
Speaking to a recording of her own voice, Seiters directed us to sit down in unison, making sure our butts touched our chairs at the same time. The whimsical echo effect was only the beginning of innovative structures and a wealth of dance invention…At first they seemed to be reliving the drudgery of household chores. Their bare feet got dirtier as they…
Read MoreDances with Choirs: Malashock at the Forum, Morris at the Barclay
…two men presenting dances with choirs over the same May weekend in Southern California — John Malashock at the Forum at UC San Diego, and Mark Morris at the Barclay at UC Irvine. Their aesthetic is remarkably similar and divergent. If you wished they could sit in on each others’ rehearsals, get in line…
Read More‘Don Quixote’ Battles Windmills and Weak Narrative, Wins with Strong Performances
Wistrich conjured the hidalgo who read too many novels and lost his mind. We wanted to cheer when he rode off to bring justice to the world, on his pretend horse…With eye-popping fouette turns, fish dives, and one-arm lifts, the Kitri role seemed designed for Gonzalez…
Read MoreMagical, Satirical ‘Cinderella’ at the Civic Theatre
The production is the best of its kind when it comes to visual splendor and enchants with lovely voices. A modern twist and terrific cast draw you in. Even if you’re not a romantic or hoping to find your inner princess, you’ll get a kick out of the zingers and …
Read MoreC’est la Vie: French Ballet Troupe Performs Alternate Program Due to Cargo Delay
()*& #$it! Are you kidding me? A last minute announcement caused more than a few people to scramble and swear like sailors…C’est la vie…
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