Vladimir Vasiliev: plans for the Bolshoi

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Vladimir Vasiliev hopes to base the future repertory of the Bolshoi Ballet on choreographic achievements previously unknown in Russia. The Bolshoi and Russia as a whole existed during the Soviet period in a closed world and did not dance any Western ballets. The season starting in 1996 will see a new production of John Cranko's 'The Taming of the Shrew.' Vasiliev feels revivals of the full-length Soviet ballets would be pointless.

Criticism and interpretation, Bolshoi Ballet Company, Vasiliev, Vladimir

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Les etoiles

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The Paris Opera Ballet has been rejuvenated with a wider repertory and skillful soloists and principals. During the 1960s and 1970s, the institution suffered from a lack of creative power and excitement. Although it still faces obstacles such as financial insecurity, the Paris Opera Ballet has galvanized itself by performing new as well as classic works.

Management, Paris Opera Ballet

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A conversation with Diana Vishneva

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Diana Vishneva, long-time ballerina with the Kirov Ballet, feels it most important for her to find her own interpretation of a role while on-stage. She also talks about how difficult it is for Kirov dancers to do Balanchine because their style is much slower. She remarks on Balanchine's speed and praises his musical choreography.

Officials and employees, Ballet dancers, Ballerinas, Kirov Ballet Company, Vishneva, Diana

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