The following post is from our new Vail International Dance Festival Ambassadors. These young men and women have been selected to showcase their passion for dance and experience the Festival from an insider's perspective. They'll be attending and reviewing all 9 of our Ford Amphitheater performances over the next 13 days as well as meeting many of the dancers themselves.
KATHERINE SAYRE (7.31)
"The night started off with a little rain. Everyone on the lawn put their umbrellas up and got ready for the show. Dances at a Gathering started off the show. The costumes were flowing and beautiful. The lifts all looked effortless. There were also many throws that sent energy through the whole audience. The Duo Concertant came next. It was absolutely beautiful, definitely my favorite from the whole show. The dance went perfectly with the music. It was very exciting to be able to see the violinist play on stage while they danced. Sterling Hyltin showed off her amazing extensions and Robert Fairchild showed his wonderful jumps. The lighting was also perfect, it put a new dynamic towards the dance. I couldn’t take my eyes off of the stage the whole time. Last was A Fool For You. This piece was perfect to end the show. It was upbeat and fun. There were many thrilling jumps and turns that caught everyone’s attention. All of the lifts also made the piece look very interesting. The music had everyone singing along and the costumes were bright and sparkly. New York City Ballet MOVES performed a marvelous show at the Ford Amphitheater and I’m really looking forward to be able to watch them again."
SERENA KOZUSKO: (7.31)
"Today I went to a performance by Buckets and Tap Shoes at Solaris in
Vail and I went to Opening Night of the Dance Festival which was the
premiere of New York City Ballet MOVES. I thought that the shows
today were a fantastic way to kick off the Dance Festival. At Buckets and Tap Shoes, the drumming ended and the band began playing as they danced tap fused with some hip hop and funky moves. I was amazed at how the sounds of their feet where totally in sync with the music. Then two members from New
Styles Krew came and did a style of dance called Jookin'. The way they moved their feet made it seem like they were floating. At night, the weather was quite different. It started to rain, but that didn't stop the performance from being packed. I was thrilled that I was going to witness the first performance by New York City Ballet MOVES. The dancers moved so elegantly that it looked like it
didn't tax them at all to dance so well. They brought to life the story they were portraying and controlled my emotions. Then, after intermission, they did A Fool for You. I was blown away that not only were they incredible ballet dancers, they could do a more jazzy style too. I was allowed to go back stage at the end and meet the beautiful Tiler Peck who I met at last year's festival. I left the performance feeling elated, and I am excited for tomorrow night."
KATHERINE SAYRE (7.31)
"The night started off with a little rain. Everyone on the lawn put their umbrellas up and got ready for the show. Dances at a Gathering started off the show. The costumes were flowing and beautiful. The lifts all looked effortless. There were also many throws that sent energy through the whole audience. The Duo Concertant came next. It was absolutely beautiful, definitely my favorite from the whole show. The dance went perfectly with the music. It was very exciting to be able to see the violinist play on stage while they danced. Sterling Hyltin showed off her amazing extensions and Robert Fairchild showed his wonderful jumps. The lighting was also perfect, it put a new dynamic towards the dance. I couldn’t take my eyes off of the stage the whole time. Last was A Fool For You. This piece was perfect to end the show. It was upbeat and fun. There were many thrilling jumps and turns that caught everyone’s attention. All of the lifts also made the piece look very interesting. The music had everyone singing along and the costumes were bright and sparkly. New York City Ballet MOVES performed a marvelous show at the Ford Amphitheater and I’m really looking forward to be able to watch them again."SERENA KOZUSKO: (7.31)
Vail and I went to Opening Night of the Dance Festival which was the
premiere of New York City Ballet MOVES. I thought that the shows
today were a fantastic way to kick off the Dance Festival. At Buckets and Tap Shoes, the drumming ended and the band began playing as they danced tap fused with some hip hop and funky moves. I was amazed at how the sounds of their feet where totally in sync with the music. Then two members from New
Styles Krew came and did a style of dance called Jookin'. The way they moved their feet made it seem like they were floating. At night, the weather was quite different. It started to rain, but that didn't stop the performance from being packed. I was thrilled that I was going to witness the first performance by New York City Ballet MOVES. The dancers moved so elegantly that it looked like it
didn't tax them at all to dance so well. They brought to life the story they were portraying and controlled my emotions. Then, after intermission, they did A Fool for You. I was blown away that not only were they incredible ballet dancers, they could do a more jazzy style too. I was allowed to go back stage at the end and meet the beautiful Tiler Peck who I met at last year's festival. I left the performance feeling elated, and I am excited for tomorrow night."
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| Memphis Jookin' New Styles Krew |
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| The rain didn't stop the parade - or should I say dance?! |
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