I have some very exciting news! Starting sometime in late August I am no longer going to be a student. A little while back I was offered an apprenticeship with Hamburg Ballet in Germany! I can’t believe that I got so incredibly lucky, but I am very, very thankful. After working with John Neumeier in SFB’s 75th Anniversary Gala things just developed over time. The season starts August 25th so I will probably be moving out to Germany about a week before. Until then I will be taking a much needed break, followed by San Francisco Ballet’s five week summer program.
I know that it is going to be very different and probably very difficult for a little while but there was no way that I could turn down an opportunity like this. There is no guarantee that I will make it into the corps after this year so I am going to make sure to enjoy and explore everything in Europe while I have the chance. I am also going to make a point to tell you about all of it. So, be expecting more post and while I will be talking a lot about my experiences at Hamburg Ballet I am sure you will be hearing a lot about my new life and experiences living in a new country.
If you would like more information on the company go to www.hamburgballett.de
Shuriu
CONGRATULATIONS!
Jun 06, 2008 @ 19:20
Jim Clyne
good luck, madison
when you go to a restaurant in hamburg, just ask for their “wurst” specials
Jun 06, 2008 @ 19:22
victoire
congratulations and best of luck!
Jun 06, 2008 @ 19:52
Kieran
Congrats and I hope you have fun learning German! =)
Jun 06, 2008 @ 20:16
Cathy
that’s amazing!!! congratulations!!!!!
Jun 06, 2008 @ 20:56
Jennifer
congratulations and merde! They’re a beautiful company, and they’re lucky to have you, I’m sure!
Jun 06, 2008 @ 20:57
Becky
Congratulations, and enjoy living in Germany! I am an American living in Deutschland, and it is wonderful. Have fun!
Jun 06, 2008 @ 20:59
Madison Keesler
I just wanted to thank everyone for the wonderful congratulations and comments, I really appreciate it!
Jun 06, 2008 @ 21:58
A Little Tea or Something
A friend of mine from performing arts school days (MANY years ago) was hired by a ballet company in Sweden after graduation, and ultimately became a principal ballerina at Royal Swedish Ballet, retiring just a couple of years ago. She used to send me hilarious letters about learning to speak the language, once writing that she knew how to ask useful questions in Swedish, like, Sir–how much is this cigar? Be prepared! Know how to ask for cigars in German! Merde!–Deb Young
Jun 06, 2008 @ 23:19
SanderO
How wonderful! I wish you all the success in the world. And how exciting too. I am sure you will learn lots over there and hopefully we’ll get to witness it one day over here. Take care!
Jun 07, 2008 @ 00:02
GraciaMichelle
Congratulations!!!
I hope you will have a great time living in Hamburg and exploring Europe!
And I’m looking forward to reading all about it.
Enjoy your break now first though!
btw. Keesler is originally a German name, isn’t it? Already you fit right in!
Jun 07, 2008 @ 11:13
Philip
Wonderful news! Congratulations!
Jun 07, 2008 @ 12:40
miki
Congratulations!
I like Hamburg. dancers are nice and good company to work with.
Enjoy!!!
Jun 07, 2008 @ 12:57
emma
What a fantastic opportunity! Congrats & have a blast! Looking forward to reading about your adventures!
best wishes,
emma
Jun 07, 2008 @ 15:21
susan kim
so exciting!
i can’t wait to hear how things go for you!
Jun 07, 2008 @ 16:11
Noelani Pantastico
That’s fantastic news Madison!! Congrats to you! Maybe I’ll come & see you dance sometime
xoxo
Jun 07, 2008 @ 16:52
Jillian Davis
Congratulations Madison! That must have been a real shock (in a good way) when you were given that opportunity. Best of luck in all you do!
Jun 08, 2008 @ 18:50
Michelle
Congratulations on the great news! Hope you have fun dancing with the Hamburg Ballet. It sounds like a great oppportunity. I wish you the best of luck!
Jun 08, 2008 @ 20:29
Deborah
Congratulations! How exciting
I’m really looking forward to hearing about your adventures in Germany.
Jun 09, 2008 @ 22:52