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Voices of British Ballet

Voices of British Ballet
Royal Ballet
British Ballet
Wendy Toye
Ballet
World War II
Violette Verdy
New York City Ballet
Dance
Performing Arts
Diaghilev
David Wall
Ballet Association
Lilian Baylis
Frederick Ashton
London
Ninette De Valois
Theatre
London Palladium
Charleston
Royal Albert Hall

Voices of British Ballet tells the story of dance in Britain through conversations with the people that built its history. Choreographers, dancers, designers, producers and composers describe their part in the development of the artform from the beginning of the twentieth century.

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This episode is introduced by Dame Monica Mason. Violetta Elvin was one of Frederick Ashton’s favourite ballerinas. She was born Violetta Prokhorova in Russia. Here, in this interview with Patricia Linton, founder and director of Voices of British Ba... more

David Vaughan – unparalleled writer on the choreography of Frederick Ashton – catches moments and movements from The Royal Ballet’s history. In this interview for Voices of British Ballet, which was recorded in New York, he talks to his friend and fe... more

In this no-nonsense, down-to-earth account of writing music for Northern Ballet Theatre’s production of Aladdin, choreographed by Laverne Meyer in 1974, composer Ernest Tomlinson talks to Patricia Linton, founder and director of Voices of British Bal... more

Here is Patrick Harding-Irmer proving that it is never too late to start dancing. He says, in this interview with Patricia Linton, founder and director of Voices of British Ballet, he only began to take dance classes at the age of 24 but was soon wor... more

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Marcia Haydée
Prominent Brazilian dancer and muse for John Cranko and Kenneth MacMillan
Episode: Marcia Haydée
Dame Monica Mason
Former Director of The Royal Ballet and Key figures in advocating for the dance legacy
The Royal Ballet
Episode: Marcia Haydée
Jennifer Jackson
Dancer with the Royal Ballet and founder of Dance Advance
Dance Advance
Episode: Deborah Macmillan
Kenneth Tharp
Former dancer, choreographer, and cultural polymath
Episode: Cassa Pancho
Cassa Pancho
Founder of Ballet Black and activist for diversity in ballet
Ballet Black
Episode: Cassa Pancho
Yvonne Minton
Australian singer known for her performances of Mahler's works and contributions to the German operatic tradition.
Episode: Yvonne Minton
Thea Musgrave
Scottish composer known for her innovative works in classical music and ballet
Episode: Thea Musgrave
Jonathan Gray
Former editor of Dancing Times and dance journalist
Dancing Times
Episode: Mary Clarke
Mary Clarke
Former editor of Dancing Times, dance journalist and critic
Dancing Times
Episode: Mary Clarke

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Natalie Steed
Host of Voices of British Ballet, Producer and host, known for her insightful conversations focusing on the narratives of dance in Britain.

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Patrick Harding-Irmer
Q: Tell me a bit more about Robert Cohan and the London Contemporary Dance Theatre.
Cohan was the founding artist director, and he shaped a company known for its individuality.
Patrick Harding-Irmer
Q: He began dancing very late at 24 years old. That seems extraordinary.
It is unusual for someone to start that late and reach the top level in dance.
Patrick Harding-Irmer
Q: Tell me about Patrick Harding-Irmer. What was he like as a dancer?
Tharp describes Harding-Irmer as an extraordinary dancer known for athleticism and poetic performance.
Marcia Haydée
Q: Can you talk about that, the difference?
Marcia explained the fundamental differences in how Cranko and MacMillan approached choreography, noting Cranko's musicality and creativity versus Kenneth's detailed specificity.
Marcia Haydée
Q: What did you see in each other? What was so special?
Marcia Haydée described a deep connection with John Cranko from their first meeting, highlighting his revolutionary teaching style and his understanding of her capabilities in choreography.

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Engaging in the rich narrative of dance in Britain, conversations typically feature prominent choreographers, dancers, and industry professionals who share personal insights and experiences that shaped their careers and the ballet community. Episodes explore the historical evolution of ballet, highlighting influential figures and discussing significant works, addressing both the artistic and emotional aspects of ballet performance. Unique discussions about diversity, challenges faced within the industry, and the importance of mentorship make it a profound resource for understanding the dance landscape. This series not only celebrates the past but also aims to inform and inspire the next generation of artists and dancers.

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Voices of British Ballet launched 3 years ago and published 49 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Voices of British Ballet include:

1. Marcia Haydée
2. Dame Monica Mason
3. Jennifer Jackson
4. Kenneth Tharp
5. Cassa Pancho
6. Yvonne Minton
7. Thea Musgrave
8. Jonathan Gray

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