Boston Ballet -- La Fille Mal Gardee...

ruttrutt Registered Users Posts: 6,511 Major grins
edited March 13, 2006 in People
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I shot the dress rehearsal Wednesday night and pulled together my favorite shots into a [size=+1]gallery with a plot summary[/size].

Getting all the shots really required by shooting one dress rehearsal, well that's hard. I didn't actually accomplish it. There are a few key moments in Act II where Lise hides Colas in her room and where Simone locks Lise in the same room which I wish I had. So there is a challenge left for the next time I get to shoot one of these for a classic narrative ballet (probably Les Noce and Carmen in May.) i'd like to get the shots to illustrate a children's book for one of these.
If not now, when?

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  • photocatphotocat Registered Users Posts: 1,334 Major grins
    edited March 12, 2006
    So there is a challenge left for the next time I get to shoot one of these for a classic narrative ballet (probably Les Noce and Carmen in May.) i'd like to get the shots to illustrate a children's book for one of these.[/QUOTE]

    Looks wonderful. I am jealous of your successful exposure. This will be an interesting childrens book. Lovely photograph, with lots of color, a very nice theater shot... The people on stage look very much alive. Nice !
  • ziggy53ziggy53 Super Moderators Posts: 24,079 moderator
    edited March 12, 2006
    Rutt,

    A beautiful capture, gorgeous color.

    My son has a play coming up in a couple of weeks. I can't wait to see where I have to sit to get anything significant.

    Thanks,

    ziggy53
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  • ziggy53ziggy53 Super Moderators Posts: 24,079 moderator
    edited March 12, 2006
    Rutt,

    I just visited the gallery. Great timing! Wonderful leaps and interesting poses make for an interesting viewing experience.

    Thanks,

    ziggy53
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  • SystemSystem Registered Users Posts: 8,186 moderator
    edited March 12, 2006
    rutt-

    very nice--

    george
  • wxwaxwxwax Registered Users Posts: 15,471 Major grins
    edited March 12, 2006
    Rutt, that shot is terrific! Sharp, lovely color, looks really nice. I'll go thru your gallery later, when I have time.
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  • JeffroJeffro Registered Users Posts: 1,941 Major grins
    edited March 12, 2006
    Very nice work. I too checked out the gallery...very nice.clap.gif
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  • ginger_55ginger_55 Registered Users Posts: 8,416 Major grins
    edited March 12, 2006
    I love that shot, Rutt. Makes me feel happy: like a ballet should, for me.

    ginger
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  • IronhorseIronhorse Registered Users Posts: 40 Big grins
    edited March 12, 2006
    Beautiful shots and a great story presentation.
    Regards,

    Joe
  • DavidTODavidTO Registered Users, Retired Mod Posts: 19,160 Major grins
    edited March 12, 2006
    wxwax wrote:
    I'll go thru your gallery later, when I have time.


    Sid, I'm tempted, but I shall refrain.


    Rutt, nice shot, love the gallery. Tons of great shots, really gives a feel for the performance.
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  • FlyingginaFlyinggina Registered Users Posts: 2,639 Major grins
    edited March 12, 2006
    Wow. Marvelous, marvelous pictures. I really enjoyed your photographs and the commentary.

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  • mereimagemereimage Registered Users Posts: 448 Major grins
    edited March 13, 2006
    Well done
    Though I'm not an opera fan your photos and story give a good explanation and understanding of the action. This approach might well make opera more accessible to a wider audience. Your photos show off the grace and athleticism of the performers and the color and pageantry of the performance quite well. Mereimage
  • Ann McRaeAnn McRae Registered Users Posts: 4,584 Major grins
    edited March 13, 2006
    Exquisite, Rutt. Wonderful gallery. Great work!

    ann
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