I could watch Baryshnikov dance all day & night! He floats across the stage with speed, energy, confidence, and impeccable technique. He was truly a “once in a lifetime” type of dancer. ❤️🔥
What a brilliant analysis. Thank you for all your fascinating posts. Baryshnikov's Albrecht is incomparable. The brisés are so much more expressive than the entrechats six and as you point out, his speed and clarity are spectacular. One can admire the technique of Bolle's entrechats but they do not move me. They don't communicate desperation to me. I saw Baryshnikov live, but never in Giselle. Of current dancers, I saw Simkin as Albrecht at ABT and he was great. He did the brisés, but notably didn't do them as fast or as many as MB did.
Thanks! It must have been great to see Baryshnikov live. I have never seen him perform. Agree, Simkin is great in the role. Wish he would come back to ABT.
Thanks for this outstanding comparison! May i humbly suggest that the dramatic 'success' of either the brisé or the entrechat six depends entirely on the dancer: not simply his personal technical prowess (which at this point in a career goes without saying), but far more on his dramatic presentation and stage presence? Something which MB possessed in spades, more than any other present-day male dancer I can think of ...
Terrific video. More recently, Aran Bell’s coda is excellent. His upper body is completely relaxed. I can’t think of anyone who does the other coda as well as Misha.
Wow! Ty so much for these videos. As a layperson i find this absolutely fascinating! I have always been a huge fan of Ballet as it’s something a person such as myself with chronic illness and pain, never got to pursue, i still enjoy watching and learning about it. What amazingly beautiful athletes and artists ❤ I will forever live vicariously. Maybe in my next life in Heaven 🥰
I prefer Mishka variation, Bolle is splendid but I have also seen S.Polunin to dance that variation in a similar way to Bolle. Thanks for this interesting explanation.
A fascinating, well-explained side-by-side comparison of two splendid dancers. The two men were brilliant, but my heart will always be with Roberto il Magnifico!
Thanks for this beautiful video and for featuring these gorgeous examples of both coda types. Although they both are different, my impression is that each illustrates how Albrecht is being forced to dance against his will, almost as if his body is being controlled by the Wilis. When Baryshnikov does that rapid brise sequence across the floor, he makes it look as if his feet are being pulled away from him. Also, wasn't it Nureyev who first introduced the entrechat coda in the West? I recall seeing him perform it on stage in Giselle.
Wonderful videos! I am so glad to have found your channel. Just a few observations: MB's curved body as he approaches Myrtha could also be seen as this prince trying to bow/submit to her whilst she pulls his body out from under him in the rapid brise steps. Also, in the pas de papillon - that back thrusting reverse jetting looks to me as if Myrtha is pulling him back from a possible escape. Lastly, when Bolle executes those stunning entrechat six steps, it looks as if time smers/blurs and we are seeing the trap in which he finds himself. One of the things I love about dance is how time can change via choreography.
I understand the attraction to the Entrechat Six, as doing them fits nicely with the theme of a "death dance" as it is that from a dancers perspective. But on the other hand I feel this requires the audience to be aware of what a gargantuan task it really is- which might not be the case. And as you pointed out the brises transmit the despair also, and are in my opinion less plain to look at... (It's not to say that the entrechat six aren't exciting- for as a dancer knowing how difficult they are to do, it is always exciting to see how professionals fare)...
Good point on the entrechat six-when done well it looks easy. I tried it many years ago and it is a huge challenge maintaining proper form after just a few, much less 35.
I think the width of the Met is about 100' - so, even with the corps being further in, it makes the width about 80'. So, he's traveling even further on the diagonal. Wow.
Your content is such an absolute DELIGHT! THANK YOU! Though I find it almost impossible to watch him anymore due to his having a giant tattoo of Putin in his chest, and the disgusting things that he has said in interviews, etc., Sergei Polunin is an extraordinary Albrecht.
Kent, I am always so impressed with your devotion, editing skills, and narration of the videos you share with us. What more can I say except, “Merci beaucoup, ma passionnée de danse préférée.” #I❤️🩰
A Pas de Papillon similar to the Baryshnikov one is also a part of the dance at 38:09, it's my favorite dance from the ballet! ruclips.net/video/S8pZ77qVdqw/видео.html
Preferisco lo stile di Nureyev.. che, anche nell, esprimere la disperazione, è sempre elegante !!! 🧚 Baryshnikov sembra un siluro.. mentre per Bolle, con le braccia a penzoloni, non ho parole per esprimere l, impressione "artistica" che fa ! Il ballo deve essere, innanzitutto armonia ed eleganza dei movimenti.. e doppo va considerata la difficoltà tecnica dell, esecuzione,... altrimenti si confonde il Teatro Dell, Opera con lo Stadio Olimpico ! Comunque, se la gente è contenta così...
Athletisme for Baryshnikov yes. Dramaticisem NO. Albert much more dramatic and technically perfect. But in Zizel ballet I think is needed the dramatic tach more than anything else. Thank you for this video.
I could watch Baryshnikov dance all day & night! He floats across the stage with speed, energy, confidence, and impeccable technique. He was truly a “once in a lifetime” type of dancer. ❤️🔥
Barishnikov's brises were crazy. Seeing them live was unbelievable.
Wow! I've never seen him live. Must have been a great thrill to see him in his prime
What a brilliant analysis. Thank you for all your fascinating posts. Baryshnikov's Albrecht is incomparable. The brisés are so much more expressive than the entrechats six and as you point out, his speed and clarity are spectacular. One can admire the technique of Bolle's entrechats but they do not move me. They don't communicate desperation to me. I saw Baryshnikov live, but never in Giselle. Of current dancers, I saw Simkin as Albrecht at ABT and he was great. He did the brisés, but notably didn't do them as fast or as many as MB did.
Thanks! It must have been great to see Baryshnikov live. I have never seen him perform. Agree, Simkin is great in the role. Wish he would come back to ABT.
Misha has been blessed with lots of talents but he’s also just one of the world’s most beautiful looking man. ❤❤❤
This is an absolute master class ballet lesson. Thank you infinitely for your insights.
Barishnikov is just superb. He’s just so magic to watch. Ballet 🩰 maestro of the highest order .🩰🩰🩰🩰👵🇦🇺
Baryshnikov! Baryshnikov! He is not only the best dancer, but creates emotionally vulnerable image
Thanks for this outstanding comparison!
May i humbly suggest that the dramatic 'success' of either the brisé or the entrechat six depends entirely on the dancer: not simply his personal technical prowess (which at this point in a career goes without saying), but far more on his dramatic presentation and stage presence? Something which MB possessed in spades, more than any other present-day male dancer I can think of ...
I agree with the exception of Daniil Simpkin.
Baryshnikov tutta la vita❤
Terrific video. More recently, Aran Bell’s coda is excellent. His upper body is completely relaxed. I can’t think of anyone who does the other coda as well as Misha.
Wow! Ty so much for these videos. As a layperson i find this absolutely fascinating! I have always been a huge fan of Ballet as it’s something a person such as myself with chronic illness and pain, never got to pursue, i still enjoy watching and learning about it. What amazingly beautiful athletes and artists ❤ I will forever live vicariously. Maybe in my next life in Heaven 🥰
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Please keep posting these videos. I love them.
Thanks! Stay tuned for more
I prefer Mishka variation, Bolle is splendid but I have also seen S.Polunin to dance that variation in a similar way to Bolle. Thanks for this interesting explanation.
You continue to make spectacular and necessary videos.
A fascinating, well-explained side-by-side comparison of two splendid dancers. The two men were brilliant, but my heart will always be with Roberto il Magnifico!
GORGEOUS!
Wow - grace, power, drama, passion, jaw dropping jumps, travel - what a brilliant insight 👏👏👏Thank you so much for bringing these gifts to everyone ❤
Thanks for this beautiful video and for featuring these gorgeous examples of both coda types. Although they both are different, my impression is that each illustrates how Albrecht is being forced to dance against his will, almost as if his body is being controlled by the Wilis. When Baryshnikov does that rapid brise sequence across the floor, he makes it look as if his feet are being pulled away from him. Also, wasn't it Nureyev who first introduced the entrechat coda in the West? I recall seeing him perform it on stage in Giselle.
Thanks! I looked for info on the derivation of the steps but couldn't find anything definitive. Maybe comments like yours will generate some info.
Kent, I love your videos and watch them over and over. So enjoy the slow motion and analysis.❤
@@jonnarobinson7541 thanks! I will have 2 new videos out soon
Your videos are so enjoyable. Thank you for this!
Es maravilloso!!! El mejor bailarín clásico de todas las épocas!
Baryshnikov toda la vida!
Thank you really!! such a great analysis, I watch your videos with pleasure
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Exquisite!
I simply love your videos
Thanks! More to come
astounding! Love your videos!
Wonderful videos! I am so glad to have found your channel. Just a few observations: MB's curved body as he approaches Myrtha could also be seen as this prince trying to bow/submit to her whilst she pulls his body out from under him in the rapid brise steps. Also, in the pas de papillon - that back thrusting reverse jetting looks to me as if Myrtha is pulling him back from a possible escape. Lastly, when Bolle executes those stunning entrechat six steps, it looks as if time smers/blurs and we are seeing the trap in which he finds himself. One of the things I love about dance is how time can change via choreography.
I understand the attraction to the Entrechat Six, as doing them fits nicely with the theme of a "death dance" as it is that from a dancers perspective. But on the other hand I feel this requires the audience to be aware of what a gargantuan task it really is- which might not be the case. And as you pointed out the brises transmit the despair also, and are in my opinion less plain to look at... (It's not to say that the entrechat six aren't exciting- for as a dancer knowing how difficult they are to do, it is always exciting to see how professionals fare)...
Good point on the entrechat six-when done well it looks easy. I tried it many years ago and it is a huge challenge maintaining proper form after just a few, much less 35.
I think the width of the Met is about 100' - so, even with the corps being further in, it makes the width about 80'. So, he's traveling even further on the diagonal. Wow.
Roberto the magnificent, the total package. He is a God
So true! Roberto il Bellissimo! Roberto il Divino! Roberto il Magnifico! A beautiful man . . . .
Your content is such an absolute DELIGHT! THANK YOU! Though I find it almost impossible to watch him anymore due to his having a giant tattoo of Putin in his chest, and the disgusting things that he has said in interviews, etc., Sergei Polunin is an extraordinary Albrecht.
Kent, I am always so impressed with your devotion, editing skills, and narration of the videos you share with us. What more can I say except, “Merci beaucoup, ma passionnée de danse préférée.” #I❤️🩰
Thanks for your support Chip! More to come
The first guy looks like his body is out of control. The second guy looks like a puppet. I like both. 😊
That’s like 3 million fouettés!
A Pas de Papillon similar to the Baryshnikov one is also a part of the dance at 38:09, it's my favorite dance from the ballet! ruclips.net/video/S8pZ77qVdqw/видео.html
Thanks for sharing! I don't see men doing the step that often.
@@KentGBecker You're welcome!
Preferisco lo stile di Nureyev.. che, anche nell, esprimere la disperazione, è sempre elegante !!! 🧚
Baryshnikov sembra un siluro.. mentre per Bolle, con le braccia a penzoloni, non ho parole per esprimere l, impressione "artistica" che fa !
Il ballo deve essere, innanzitutto armonia ed eleganza dei movimenti.. e doppo va considerata la difficoltà tecnica dell, esecuzione,... altrimenti si confonde il Teatro Dell, Opera con lo Stadio Olimpico !
Comunque, se la gente è contenta così...
Athletisme for Baryshnikov yes. Dramaticisem NO. Albert much more dramatic and technically perfect. But in Zizel ballet I think is needed the dramatic tach more than anything else. Thank you for this video.
I think Bole did win.
Bravo Kent Bravo dancers🌞
despite l am italian imho bolle is vastly overrated dancer