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Review 1 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

NYCB

Valley Performing Arts Center @

- Northridge @

, CA @

- Sat, Oct 22, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The ending of "Hallelujah Junction" in particular is absolutely breath-taking - and the speed and musicality of the dancers is so very impressive. @

Posted 10/25/2011

by Balleteacher

Location:Valley Performing Arts Center

A wonderful program - with excellent performances by dancers and musicians alike. Each piece was a gem, and all beautifully interpreted.

Valley Performing Arts Center @

- Northridge @

, CA @

- Sat, Oct 22, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The ending of "Hallelujah Junction" in particular is absolutely breath-taking - and the speed and musicality of the dancers is so very impressive. @

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Review 2 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Coppelia, NYCB classic, exactly what SPAC needs

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Too many to chose! @

Posted 07/27/2009

by HKlino

It has been many years since I've had the opportunity to see the New York City Ballet perform Balanchine's classic, Coppelia, but I was not disappointed in the least with the July 17th performance at SPAC. Everything about it was perfect, from the dancing to the costumes, make-up & set designs, to the live orchestra music.
If SPAC is looking for ways to increase attendance at their summer NYC Ballet performances, they need go no further than to present delightful story ballets like Coppelia. The night I attended (& brought 2 friends) the audience was filled with families including many aspiring ballerinas. But remember, ALL these children are the future audiences for SPAC and for NYCB. Encourage their continued attendance by offering more classics of this style and caliber.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Too many to chose! @

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Review 3 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Coppelia's Magic Shines!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Wed, Jul 15, 2009 @

Favorite moment: The Act I solo in which Megan Fairchild displays playful, sprightly footwork the likes of which can only be found in an exceptional dancer. @

Posted 07/27/2009

by Namelste

Location:Halfmoon, NY

35 years ago, as an 8-year-old, I attended the premiere of Balanchine's Coppelia at SPAC. I relived that magical experience when I took my daughter and her friend to see a reprise of this whimsical story ballet at SPAC this year. I always enjoy any performance by the NYCB, and this was no exception. Megan Fairchild was an infectious Swanilda - her amazing footwork and charming stage presence kept this fan and 2 young children captivated through all 3 acts. Aside from some shaky ensemble work, the ballet was a testament to the beautiful grace and strength of NYCB dancers.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Wed, Jul 15, 2009 @

Favorite moment: The Act I solo in which Megan Fairchild displays playful, sprightly footwork the likes of which can only be found in an exceptional dancer. @

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Review 4 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Pleasure at the Ballet matinee

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Thu, Jul 16, 2009 @

Favorite moment: The last part "The Four Temperaments" was done with such a high degree of precision and eloquence that it overwhelmed my senses. @

Posted 07/23/2009

by RickB3

On a warm Thursday afternoon, I was treated to a very pleasurable and entertaining performance of the New York City Ballet.. The performance was in 4 parts, each with its own unique costuming and choreography. As it unfolded, there was increasing delight for the eyes, ears and other senses as the dancers displayed their skills, ever working together with fluid movements, timed to the eloquent music. Each succeeding part seemed to add to the total a measure of delight, ending in the crescendo of the 4th part. My mind was filled with wonderful memories on the ride home.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Thu, Jul 16, 2009 @

Favorite moment: The last part "The Four Temperaments" was done with such a high degree of precision and eloquence that it overwhelmed my senses. @

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Review 5 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Coppelia MAGICAL

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: I loved when the little girls danced . You could see their joy and enthusiasm!! Every little girl at the performance wanted to be on stage too!! @

Posted 07/22/2009

by dancemom

The ballet was beautiful and magical!!! This ballet is one children and adults both love and enjoy!!! I could watch it 10 more times!!!! Wonderful performances by all the dancers.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: I loved when the little girls danced . You could see their joy and enthusiasm!! Every little girl at the performance wanted to be on stage too!! @

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Review 6 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

absolutely stunning

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: too many to choose one! Pas de deux, village character dances, prayer, peace, all solos!! @

Posted 07/20/2009

by reunion

The performers were all stellar. Witnessing this ballet in the Saratoga Performing Arts Center was a completely wonderful experience in every way. The weather was perfect and the breeze that swept through the amphitheatre was so refreshing. The dancers were outstanding and simply brought tears to my eyes with the expression with which they danced. The costumes literally shimmered in the light, particularly the village scenes. I've not seem more breathtaking sets! Everything came together to produce a completely delightful and fulfilling experience of Copelia. Thank you NYC Ballet!!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: too many to choose one! Pas de deux, village character dances, prayer, peace, all solos!! @

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Review 7 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

NYCB Is Inspiring!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Thu, Jul 16, 2009 @

Favorite moment: The Four Temperments (Balanchine) @

Posted 07/20/2009

by MeredithM123

Location:Albany

Watching the NYCB is just simply awe-inspiring. Whether you have ever been a ballet dancer or not, this is a show not to be missed! Very enjoyable and beautiful, it made for a lovely afternoon out!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Thu, Jul 16, 2009 @

Favorite moment: The Four Temperments (Balanchine) @

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Review 8 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

NYC Ballet at Spac

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Act II in Coppelia is my favorite. @

Posted 07/20/2009

by yellowdancer8

Location:Saratoga

As always the ballet was amazing. I go every year with my mom and we are never disappointed. The only thing that disappointed us was the incredibly short season this year. Most years the NYC Ballet is in Saratoga all of July- this year only two weeks...definately didn't cut it! We usually go three or so times- this year we only got to go once. Very disappointing- but the performance was amazing as always.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Act II in Coppelia is my favorite. @

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Review 9 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Copelia Ballet

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Posted 07/20/2009

by fairclare

fabulous performance, lovely venue, charming town. I'll be back for more!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

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Review 10 for New York City Ballet

4 / 5

Choreography dazzles

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- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Swanhilda's pointe work @

Posted 07/20/2009

by kkc49

Location:Albany, NY

Balanchine's Coppelia was a delight. Having seen it 35 years ago, I could see how this cast interpreted the intricate choreography. The children in pink delighted the audience and were very well rehearsed. The soloists were precise and the two leads gave praiseworthy performances save one lift that showed the male danseur struggling to keep his ballerina aloft. Robert LaFosse, a crowd favorite "back in the day" played Dr. Coppelius. Can't wait for next year. Good work, Mr. Martins!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Swanhilda's pointe work @

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Review 11 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Coppelia-NYC Ballet

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Entire 3rd Act @

Posted 07/19/2009

by trak

Location:Saratoga NY

We enjoyed this ballet so much. Everything from set to costumes, to dancers were spectacular. The skill of the dancers was amazing.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Entire 3rd Act @

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Review 12 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

New York City Ballet at Saratoga

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Getting to see Quasi Una Fantasia was a wonderful experience. The flowing lines, the beautiful music...new and exciting. @

Posted 07/19/2009

by Bb12

Location:Pa.

This was a medley of three ballets. They were all very different and interesting. The company looked strong and beautiful. Swan Lake is always touching and watching so many swan ballerinas dancing in sync is stunning.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Getting to see Quasi Una Fantasia was a wonderful experience. The flowing lines, the beautiful music...new and exciting. @

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Review 13 for New York City Ballet

4 / 5

Coppelia was excellent

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Posted 07/19/2009

by Anonymous

Megan Fairchild was tops and the ballet school of Saratoga dancers really added to the performance. They were an add on to Coppelia but well worth it.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

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Review 14 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Ballet was spectacular!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Pas de deux @

Posted 07/19/2009

by altmom

Location:capital region

From the scenery to the cast, the whole ballet looked like it was put on effortlessly. It was truly enjoyable for me and my entire family.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Pas de deux @

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Review 15 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

An Enchanting Afternoon of Fun!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Three highlights were the folk dance choreography, the little girls at the end, and the effect on the audience. @

Posted 07/19/2009

by Pelia

Location:Hudson Valley

The audience of mostly young girls and mothers, groups of young ballerinas, even families with very young children were rapt. The ballet was lively, funny, and colorful. It made the traditional form quite acessible for younger children. The sets were an expressionistic cartoon, full of quirky but not too distracting images. The costumes were vivid and adorable. The village dances were fascinating to watch. They were balletic, yet included some authentic folk dance styles. The young girls at the end were like the frosting on the cake. They were a adorable. I saw so many little girl audience members literally dance home from the event. SPAC was the perfect venue for this event. It was famly friendly with lots of space to dance around between acts. The weather was also excellent.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Three highlights were the folk dance choreography, the little girls at the end, and the effect on the audience. @

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Review 16 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

NYCB Coppelia

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Posted 07/19/2009

by BalletBud

Incredible! City Ballet's Coppelia is simply beautiful.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

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Review 17 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Great venue and performance.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: None, all of the moments were great. @

Posted 07/19/2009

by Dysia

Location:NJ

Excellent performance and beautiful show of fireworks at the end. We loved choreography, flexibility of the performers and the music played by the orchestra.
The beer is kind of expensive at n i n e per cup, but they have to make money, so feels normal. We would definitely go back again. Despite the 3.5 hr drive it was worth it all the way.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Sat, Jul 18, 2009 @

Favorite moment: None, all of the moments were great. @

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Review 18 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Coppelia was delightful

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: The village dance in Act I and the doll dancing in Act II. @

Posted 07/19/2009

by BostonArtsLover

Location:Boston

Megan Fairchild was a joy to watch. the whole performance was lively and fresh. the mazjurka in Act I made me wish I could get up and join the company. The looked like they were having so much fun. The young dancers in Act III were great. I felt sorry for the adult dancers having to compete with them.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: The village dance in Act I and the doll dancing in Act II. @

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Review 19 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

great ballet

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Posted 07/18/2009

by dancersingermom

NYCB production of Coppelia was really great...everyone gave it their all....sorry for people sitting on lawn in pouring rain...Spac should really put up tents or something for those people when weather is that bad...the costumes and sets were good...and the young dancers were really well rehearsed and very poised. Megan Fairchild was superb. Each summer I forget my mosquito repellent...at the very least we should wear lemongrass or lavender to repel them. As much as I love the SPAC ampitheater, there are lots of mosquitos when the rain comes in.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

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Review 20 for New York City Ballet

5 / 5

Everyone loves a classsic Ballet " Coppelia"

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Peace-the Pas de Deux, with Fairchild and Veyette. Beath taking performance. She leaped into his arms and caught her with no effort at all...WoW!!!! @

Posted 07/18/2009

by dutchessmom

Location:Former dancer, Ballet Mom from Albany, NY

The NYC Ballet has done it again with a wonderful production of "Coppelia". Despite the rainy weather this venue was well attend at SPAC in Saratoga Springs, NY. Why do you ask? It is a classical Ballet. Despite the NYC Ballet company efforts to produce these modern pieces of dance, most people enjoy and appreciate watching the classic ballets. Megan Fairchild was simply lovely in her dancing of the role of Swanilda/Coppelia. Her effortless turns and fancy footwork were a delight to watch. Andrew Veyette was exciting to watch in his role as Franz. His leaps, lifts and turns made him appear light as feather, yet still portraying his true physical strength. Robert La Fosse was at his acting and dancing best as Dr. Coppelius. You laughed and cried for this character. The costumes and sets were impressive. It was delightful to see the little dancers of SAB and the local dance schools. Keep up the good work NYC Ballet, remember your classical ballets, and how about a longer season next year...2 weeks was too short!!! Ever thought of performing "Giselle"next year? I would attend and most of the Capital District and their dance studentswould too. Think about it. NYC Ballet's "Coppelia" a must see show!!!!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center @

- Saratoga Springs @

, NY @

- Fri, Jul 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Peace-the Pas de Deux, with Fairchild and Veyette. Beath taking performance. She leaped into his arms and caught her with no effort at all...WoW!!!! @

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