News and Updates

Dutch National Ballet: Ernst Meisner named as new artistic director

Ikuko

5 days ago2 min read

Dutch National Ballet: Ernst Meisner named as new artistic director

Meisner will succeed Ted Brandsen as of 1 August 2026. He currently holds many leadership positions.

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Melissa Hamilton promoted to Royal Ballet Principal

Ikuko

Dec 131 min read

Melissa Hamilton promoted to Royal Ballet Principal

Seriously, long long overdue.

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Marianela returns to Covent Garden stage after injury

Ikuko

Dec 41 min read

Marianela returns to Covent Garden stage after injury

Vadim Muntagirov, who is still recovering, was replaced by Reece Clarke.

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National Ballet of Japan to perform at Royal Opera House in summer

Ikuko

Nov 281 min read

National Ballet of Japan to perform at Royal Opera House in summer

This will mark Artistic Director Miyako Yoshida’s homecoming plus so many firsts. Also, audition information.

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Ikuko

Nov 171 min read

Royal Ballet MADDADDAM: reviews are in

What did you think?

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Roberto Bolle celebrates 30 years with Teatro alla Scala

Ikuko

Nov 21 min read

Roberto Bolle celebrates 30 years with Teatro alla Scala

By the way, does he age at all?

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Royal Ballet dancer Kevin Emerton to teach at Royal Ballet School

Ikuko

Oct 241 min read

Royal Ballet dancer Kevin Emerton to teach at Royal Ballet School

The Royal Ballet School also made a change to its full time trainig programme so students can focus on their long term development.

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Ikuko

Oct 122 min read

Black History Month in ballet and dance

October is Black History Month in the UK and Ireland while it is called Black Achievement Month in the Netherlands.

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Royal Ballet Akane Takada and Claire Calvert return to stage in Alice

Ikuko

Oct 31 min read

Royal Ballet Akane Takada and Claire Calvert return to stage in Alice

Akane had suffered an injury. Claire had a baby. It’s inspiring to see them come back. Congratulations!

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Ikuko

Oct 11 min read

World Ballet Day cancelled in 2024

This is very saddening news for ballet enthusiasts. The organisers are looking into the return in 2025.

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Ikuko

Sep 261 min read

Reece Clarke will join ABT as Guest Artist

Announcement follows Isaac Hernández’s move to join ABT. Clarke will make his debut with ABT on the same day with Hernández’s matinee show.

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Ikuko

Sep 171 min read

Moves and promotions: Jurgita Dronina, Lauren Cuthbertson, Stuttgart Ballet etc

Two new principals with the Stuttgart Ballet.

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Royal Ballet superstars Nela and Vadim take a break due to injuries

Ikuko

Sep 101 min read

Royal Ballet superstars Nela and Vadim take a break due to injuries

Get well soon!

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Promotions: Beatrice Parma with BRB, Emily Suzuki with ENB

Ikuko

Sep 41 min read

Promotions: Beatrice Parma with BRB, Emily Suzuki with ENB

Beatrice is promoted to Principal and Emily to Soloist. Congratulations!

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Ikuko

Sep 32 min read

Reece Clarke and Christian Spuck in media interviews

Here are two insightful media interviews I believe you will also enjoy reading.

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The Royal Ballet and Opera: new name takes effect

Ikuko

Aug 261 min read

The Royal Ballet and Opera: new name takes effect

The website domain has also changed.

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