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 The Orpheus SuiteAn introduction to Ellington David Bintley discusses the appeal of the jazz legend Press quotes Read reviews of previous performances Colin Towns Journalist Duncan Heining talks to the big band leader and composer of The Orpheus Suite  Take FiveDavid Bintley on the attraction of jazz The creator of Take Five talks about his love of jazz Rehearsal gallery See shots from the Company studios  TheIntroduction An overview of the ballet Character guides Meet the characters portrayed in the ballet Duke Ellington Geoffrey Smith looks at Duke Ellington's relationship with dance |
Petruchio and Kate, a shrewHamlet | Petruchio and Kate, a shrew | Richard III and Lady Anne | Macbeth and Lady Macbeth | Bottom and Titania | Othello and Desdemona | Romeo and Juliet Character Guide:One of the most popular segments in the ballet, and one which perfectly encapsulates the different sides of the two characters in it's short space of time. Where many of the couples in the ballet have already arrived at their feelings for one another, Kate begins this piece none too pleased with her husband-to-be, and he must win her over before their time on stage is up! It is easy to see why these characters are so popular, with boundless energy and some free-wheeling choreography that belies the control required to dance it. Despite their wedding day attire, Jasper Conran's choice of basketball sneakers for both dancers also gives Petruchio an air of ambivalence, and Kate an extra streak of defiance! ENDS PRINT THIS PAGE |
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