Hi everyone and Happy New Year!
As Kristin already mentioned, NYCB just concluded its six week run of The Nutcracker this past weekend. Last night marked our first show of The Sleeping Beauty, and the backstage of the New York State Theater has totally been transformed. The wings are now overflowing with brambles and garlands, and the puffy mouse costumes that used to line the halls have now been replaced by gorgeous courtier outfits.
But before we get to the Beauty posts, I have just a few final Nutcracker pictures to share with you all. These were all taken backstage prior to the snow scene in Act I as my fellow dancers were preparing to go on stage. I particularly like the fact that these all turned out looking somewhat serene, especially considering that once the dance actually starts, the scene backstage isn’t quite so calm. (Picture a group of ballerinas darting in and out of the wings at top speed, spitting out bits of fake snow as they go!)
sandi
Gwyneth! Great pictures! It does seem so serene… ah, the calm before the storm. I always think they should sell tickets to seats backstage- with all that goes on.
Congrats on great Nutcrackers( I really enjoyed your lead flower and Spanish!) and best for Sleeping Beauty- I wish I could see it.
Jan 05, 2007 @ 06:14
Sarah
Gwyneth…
Thanks for the pictures - they’re lovely!
Also, you were fabulous as the hostess and coffee in NUT! Looking forward to seeing you during winter rep.
Sarah
Jan 05, 2007 @ 15:50
philip
I thought I left a comment here a day or to ago but it never showed up.
The pictures are extraordinary…thanks, Gwyneth!
Jan 05, 2007 @ 18:20