Last night: 'Sparrow' and 'La Sylphide' close out the Houston Ballet season in fine style. HoustonBallet
Photo by Lawrence Elizabeth Knox— said to be the oldest ballet still performed today — it was the world premiere of Artistic Director Stanton Welch'sAs the curtain rose on, an ensemble of dancers snapped their fingers to"Cecilia" — and even got to yell at one point — followed in short order by other familiar songs from Simon & Garfunkel. The ballet took off with the third song"Baby Driver" with the spotlight on Demi Soloist Simone Acri and his relentless twirls.
The last song"A Hazy Shade of Winter" with its pounding, martial beat was fast, furious and the perfect crescendo ending to the piece. Enough can't be said of the lighting design by Lisa J. Pinkham whose understanding of Welch's work continues to enhance his artistic vision on stage. As always, Principal dancer Karina González was a vision in her white tulle tutu and ably performed the part of a mysterious spirit who lures the would-be bridegroom James away on the day of his nuptials. She spent an extended time doing pointe work and somehow made it look like the easiest, most natural thing in the world.
Principal dancer Jessica Collado under a heavy coat of face paint, did her usual wonderful job of filling a character role and was a crowd favorite on opening night. The second act opened in dramatic style thanks to the original lighting design by Tony Tucci that was recreated by Houston's Christina R. Giannelli with Madge huddled over her pot as her minions crouched in front.
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