Swan Lake - Act II pas de deux (Francesca Hayward, Cesar Corrales; The Royal Ballet)

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  • Francesca Hayward and Cesar Corrales perform the Act II pas de deux from Swan Lake as part of The Royal Ballet: Live - Within the Golden Hour. Watch On Demand until 13 December 2020 stream.roh.org.uk/packages/th...
    Swan Lake is an eternal tale of doomed love and is arguably the best-known and most-loved classical ballet. Tchaikovsky’s first score for ballet soars with its symphonic sweep and combines perfectly with exquisite choreography by Lev Ivanov and John Macfarlane’s magnificent designs. An intoxicating mix of spectacle and intimate passion, the overall effect is irresistible.
    The Royal Ballet: Live - Within the Golden Hour begins with a varied selection of excerpts and set pieces and concludes with Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon’s ballet of shimmering beauty, Within the Golden Hour.
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  • @RoyalOperaHouse
    @RoyalOperaHouse  Před měsícem +5

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  • @carolineheard5641
    @carolineheard5641 Před 3 lety +3047

    Shoutout to that amazing violinist who did the scale runs from the bottom octave- this is a really tricky solo!!

  • @loisxx3799
    @loisxx3799 Před 3 lety +1518

    Francesca is so beautiful, her facial expression, her hands, her legs, her feet, everything is just perfect

    • @sallygardiner7150
      @sallygardiner7150 Před 2 lety +29

      She is such a graceful and elegant dancer. However I feel Cesar Corrales will never fully fit a strong romantic lead role. He is a dynamic dancer; far better as a soloist, the more characterful and energetic the part, the better. I found it impossible to be absorbed in this interpretation of Romeo and Juliet, which is my favourite ballet.

  • @thedoc8338
    @thedoc8338 Před 3 lety +642

    I love how everyone becomes an expert critic in the youtube comment section

    • @hejhej4441
      @hejhej4441 Před 3 lety +53

      @Weird Content Guaranteed and even if they don't, they are still entitled to their opinion. Thinking that only experts are allowed to have an opinion makes little sense since their are hundreds and even thousands (depending on the theatre) of people pay to witness this artform. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, wheter that beholder is an "expert" or not.

    • @isobelduncan
      @isobelduncan Před 3 lety +9

      Every company has their own different style and interpretations, so you can't really compare them.

    • @sedekiman
      @sedekiman Před 3 lety +12

      @@isobelduncan And surely critiquing is half the fun. And most of us have been followers of the ballet for many years-for me since 1953.

    • @helazemni1683
      @helazemni1683 Před 3 lety

      😂👏🏻👏🏻Soooo true what you say!

    • @fritzmasten7675
      @fritzmasten7675 Před 3 lety +6

      I've been in the business for 40 years. I know.

  • @LindaJohnson-rf7kz
    @LindaJohnson-rf7kz Před 3 lety +550

    My favorite ballet ever! My son said “I could do what he’s doing.” What Cesar does is so much harder than it looks. Francesca is nothing but grace and elegance. I could watch this 1,000 and never get tired of it

  • @ethelforbes6571
    @ethelforbes6571 Před 3 lety +803

    With limited opportunities to perform before a live audience this year, this is a beautiful and most welcome display. Lovely, and well done Royal Ballet, indeed the show must go on.

  • @va8120
    @va8120 Před 2 lety +191

    She really does look as if she’s about to take flight at any moment. Captivating!

  • @vicentegomes9640
    @vicentegomes9640 Před 2 lety +173

    May be it's not "perfect" as some people has written (for me it is) but it's far from robotic. The best thing of their excellent performance is that it is easy to understand what they are saying to each other and what are their feelings. Their expressions are wonderful. It is like reading a book and imagine the delicate movements of the loving couple. It's a dream.

    • @ohifonlyx33
      @ohifonlyx33 Před rokem +17

      I totally get it. I mean, I can see some spots where it looks a bit off or wobbly or not as effortless as one might expect.... but how am I gonna sit here and criticize it when I've never taken a single dance lesson (unless you count a square dance I went to once). I'm in no position to do anything but admire.

  • @LuizFilipeLucchiari
    @LuizFilipeLucchiari Před 3 lety +197

    Royal Ballet is a house of so many talented people.

  • @hartless76
    @hartless76 Před 3 lety +129

    These two manage to connvey so much emotion with their mesmerizing performance. Simply breathtaking! So happy this was put online for all to see and treasure.

  • @orianamandi
    @orianamandi Před 3 lety +168

    Ok, those trust falls close to 3 minutes🤯🤯😍💗

  • @sedekiman
    @sedekiman Před 3 lety +78

    A beautiful pairing. So in tune together. Lovely interpretation of Odette-soft, gentle, but not soppy, and no over-emoting which can be grotesque. Hope this will continue to be fine-tuned by both.

  • @kiztorres3218
    @kiztorres3218 Před 3 lety +41

    After watching hundreds of Swan Lakes over decades I found this interpretation so fresh and incredibly moving. Bravo to these young dancers.

  • @aric.2322
    @aric.2322 Před 3 lety +105

    I can't wait to see Frankie dance the full-length performance. Her sense of character is wonderful. I love how you can feel Odette's 'angst' about the risk of trusting the prince in Hayward's interpretation of the PDD. I think other dancers often portray Odette as a little too soft/tranquil for someone who has so much at stake. I'm excited to see both dancers gain more confidence and fine tune their performance, but this is a great start for first-time Swan Lake leads.

  • @louisecrawford7379
    @louisecrawford7379 Před 3 lety +228

    This was beautiful - the exquisite control and storytelling of both dancers and a fantastic orchestra. 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @hannekekoolen8243
    @hannekekoolen8243 Před 3 lety +192

    Shout out to the violinist!

  • @avesraggiana
    @avesraggiana Před 2 lety +32

    Her phrasing and her attack are reminiscent of Fonteyn (very British), but the shapes she creates, the lines she forms, the choreographic choices she makes, and that singing, perpetually moving quality of her movement are reminiscent of Makarova. Best of all, no ear high, head whacking extensions. Just simple, unaffected artistry, and a spark of theatrical genius that will only burn brighter as Hayward matures.

  • @lauracrimson
    @lauracrimson Před 3 lety +69

    Wow... That was simply amazing. I loved how they made the stage look so small. Also... Being alone on it, it pulls you into their world, like they see it. In that moment nothing else exists but them. Applause for Francesca and Cesar and also the violinist. Bravo

  • @marcleysens7716
    @marcleysens7716 Před 3 lety +26

    Wow. The control is off the charts. Especially by the ballerina.

  • @fionaesberg-palmer6942
    @fionaesberg-palmer6942 Před 3 lety +43

    A beautiful partnership, they draw you in into their emotional performance , they are very connected. I was lucky enough to see them perform in Romeo and Juliet ,the audience was very moved. I had tickets to see them in Swan Lake so I am very grateful to see this performance online, I hope to see them perform live in Swan Lake. Both are beautiful dancers, watch Caesars performance as Ali in Le Corsair when with ENB, superb. A perfect partnership.

  • @keiliana
    @keiliana Před 3 lety +271

    I love Francesca and I like seeing new dancers such as Cesar here. It was beautiful but I think they’re both still growing in their partnership. I don’t need the high extensions and the artistry is certainly there - just needs more time and maybe trust from both. The RB has set the bar so high with their principals. Excited to see this pair in future performances. 😊🩰

  • @Tqolad1
    @Tqolad1 Před 3 lety +23

    I’ve seen Swan lake so many times and possibly got a bit bored of it, but this pairing brought completely new life to it for me. I feel like I’m watching too young people, stuck in sad circumstances, genuinely getting to know each other and fall in love. The technique is exceptional, but getting the feeling across is a true talent ❤️

  • @dogsbodygrooming
    @dogsbodygrooming Před 3 lety +37

    That was exquisite, thank you! I don't think I've ever seen a ballerina look so weightless in lifts - the little delay in her arms as she landed - so beautiful 💕💕

  • @unfinishedgestalt
    @unfinishedgestalt Před 2 lety +15

    A performance of phenomenal beauty. I have never heard such an amazing interpretation of this great music. Not fussy. Majestically.
    Tchaikovsky would be pleased.

  • @freysigurnbjornson6036
    @freysigurnbjornson6036 Před 3 lety +61

    This year wasn't easy for the dancers!! (COVID 19)They worked so hard for this, and they performed it beautifully! Good job Royal Ballet!

  • @user-fq8li8ve5s
    @user-fq8li8ve5s Před 2 lety +11

    Потрясающе!Все движения наполнены смыслом.Именно такой балет,а не просто акробатику,хочется видеть сегодня

  • @lindahb6181
    @lindahb6181 Před 13 dny

    Extraordinary grace and emotive. Never since Margot have I seen such tender expression between the dancers; no over extensions, truly gentle with awesome interpretation and magical skill. What perfection!! What joy these young dancers have. Truly, perfect

  • @user-bg2wn4zc9n
    @user-bg2wn4zc9n Před měsícem +3

    Я плачу. Когда мне было 16 лет я работал в театре оперы и балета это были самые счастливые годы моей жизни. И я счастлив что это было в моей жизни. Прекрасное и чистое искусство балет. Петр Ильич Чайковский мое солнце которое светит в самые тяжелые времена . И когда мне очень плохо я вспоминаю свои 16 лет сцену , театр , оркестр, девочку которая играла на арфе а я слушал ее игру из за бархатных кулис мне становится легче. Прошло 30 лет где эта девочка, где эти спектакли где эта арфа?

  • @adriaanvanemmerik5487
    @adriaanvanemmerik5487 Před 3 lety +27

    This is a wonderful beautiful performance of this piece of Swan Lake. It is so pure, so lovely done and very touching.

  • @sharoncarter4086
    @sharoncarter4086 Před rokem +6

    Could watch this beautiful dance forever 💜 Adore their gracefulness and elegance x

  • @alexmares1946
    @alexmares1946 Před 3 lety +12

    Cesar Corrales orgullo Mexicano !! 🇲🇽 ❤️ making us proud

  • @carolinacosta6234
    @carolinacosta6234 Před 3 lety +15

    Francesca is majestic and magnetic as usual (and I'm on the verge of tears, as usual).
    Thank you so much for sharing!

  • @rosemorph7206
    @rosemorph7206 Před 3 lety +9

    Francesca just was wonderful and so delicated. Finally someone to adore.

  • @user-yt2fc6dg7b
    @user-yt2fc6dg7b Před 2 lety +8

    СОВЕРШЕНСТВО!!! БРАВО!!!👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏

  • @rise9666
    @rise9666 Před 10 dny

    The way the guy's chilling throughout the entire dance while the woman's legs must be shaking from exhaustion

  • @brennapetersen8522
    @brennapetersen8522 Před 3 lety +10

    I really wish I had chosen dance over gymnastics. I am too short and not flexible to do it now but I have always respected ballet. Wow. She is a beautiful angel.

  • @saphiehashtiany7735
    @saphiehashtiany7735 Před rokem +3

    This is a rather slow but very expressive interpretation. In particular the last section where the swan and the prince so beautifully interpret the violin and cello intertwining and singing together. Ahhhh

  • @alexsdb9712
    @alexsdb9712 Před 6 měsíci +1

    A work of art forever. Thank you, Tchaikovsky!

  • @tancreddehauteville764
    @tancreddehauteville764 Před 2 lety +4

    Music straight from Heaven - no other description is possible.

  • @user-xs3ty9bk2x
    @user-xs3ty9bk2x Před měsícem +1

    Такое единение с музыкой! Супер танцоры!

  • @paigeanne1325
    @paigeanne1325 Před 5 měsíci +1

    There’s something so otherworldly and divine about the ballet❤❤ it’s like the gods themselves spoke through composers at one point and these very talented people r there to make the music dance❤❤

  • @AlexBollich
    @AlexBollich Před 6 měsíci +1

    WOW! I was so immersed and socked in.

  • @jocelyndudley-smith2977
    @jocelyndudley-smith2977 Před rokem +1

    Gorgeous. Francesca Hayward dances the swan so beautifully. Fantastic x

  • @asahdo
    @asahdo Před 8 měsíci +5

    I swear they didn’t used to put ads on the videos on this channel. Suddenly they’ve got ads including halfway through the dance. Just ruins the whole thing really 😕

    • @zvezdoblyat
      @zvezdoblyat Před 2 měsíci

      Didn't get a single one, but then I never do

  • @whatkindofnameisella682
    @whatkindofnameisella682 Před 3 lety +6

    oh my god, i am so stunned. the music, the dancers, the emotion, all of it is so beautiful and overwhelming. thank you so much for posting this :')

  • @nicdaniline5057
    @nicdaniline5057 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Such elegance! What a pleasure to behold....

  • @musicloverlondon6070
    @musicloverlondon6070 Před 3 lety +26

    Absolutely lovely! Artistry and acting given as much prominence as technique and producing the effect that should be produced, i.e. touching the emotions of the viewer. So wonderfully assisted by the marvellous violinist as well! Thank you.

  • @giuliana90
    @giuliana90 Před 3 lety +17

    Waow simply amazing, this is the only way I am capable to watch these types of classical ballet. Thank you Royal Opera House

  • @brillianttec3504
    @brillianttec3504 Před 2 lety +4

    Incredible violin solo!!! Bravo.

  • @yyanooo
    @yyanooo Před 2 lety +1

    i gasped when she first came on screen. shes absolutely gorgeous

  • @thedivachannel3790
    @thedivachannel3790 Před 2 lety

    Beautiful young couple. I love replaying this on my tablet or laptop while chilling at a cafe. It's such a stress reliever.

  • @lynnbraben76
    @lynnbraben76 Před 3 lety +12

    Absolutely beautiful, music, dancing, costumes - everything. More please!!

  • @lauragordillo8330
    @lauragordillo8330 Před 3 lety +7

    La perfection de chaque étape est si complexe et belle alors qu’un livre ne suffirait pas à décrire sa perfection inégalée.

  • @pattynoel8451
    @pattynoel8451 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Love, love, love every second...

  • @sophieashton4559
    @sophieashton4559 Před 5 měsíci +1

    You two dance so beautifully together!

  • @Alleg69
    @Alleg69 Před 3 lety +4

    All I see is Francesca!! Beautiful, elegant, heart stopping beauty ❤️❤️

  • @allentowns7027
    @allentowns7027 Před měsícem

    I know nothing about ballet but i was amazed by the control and the elegance at 1:43 😮

  • @robdeathridge5626
    @robdeathridge5626 Před 3 lety +13

    Such a perfect pair, at one with the music.

  • @sydneylindon2262
    @sydneylindon2262 Před rokem

    Another beautiful performance from Francesca this is not the first one that brought me to tears

  • @fidesedquivide3486
    @fidesedquivide3486 Před rokem

    The best of all I have watched. Breathtakingly beautiful!

  • @sophiapaulekas4767
    @sophiapaulekas4767 Před 3 lety +7

    Breathtaking. They are both exquisite artists.

  • @cloudchamois7004
    @cloudchamois7004 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Strength effort intensity precision beauty grace love to see it all ❤

  • @tabramona5514
    @tabramona5514 Před 3 měsíci

    Absolutely mind-blowing! She was born to dance. I saw her perform in Romeo and Juliet live and was in complete awe of her talent.

  • @KA-cy8df
    @KA-cy8df Před 3 lety +5

    Yah Thank you, love Francesca!! She is such a natural and you can't take your eyes off her when she is on stage. More Plz!

  • @bridittebargeot2679
    @bridittebargeot2679 Před 3 lety

    Omg i love this piece of perfection so much ❤️
    We are so incredibly rich and lucky to be able to listen to this where and when we want!

  • @eugenemathlong2716
    @eugenemathlong2716 Před 3 lety +4

    Young,Talented and Beautiful.

  • @christianfernandezrivas9223
    @christianfernandezrivas9223 Před 2 měsíci

    She moves like a real Swan! That's so great!

  • @Moonbeam240
    @Moonbeam240 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Stunning dancers.

  • @Yana-xw9ib
    @Yana-xw9ib Před 3 lety +15

    Frankie kind of looks like Natalie Portman in some angles, and as always, what great dancing! The Royal Ballet never disappoints

  • @viviangarcia2631
    @viviangarcia2631 Před 3 lety +6

    Thank you 🙏 for an intimate and delicate portrayal of the most beautiful of all pas de deux by this young, fresh and gorgeous couple. Completely entranced. Just stunning. Francesca and Cesar forever!

  • @daveuk9305
    @daveuk9305 Před 3 lety +3

    Absolutely beautiful

  • @lynnmorrison
    @lynnmorrison Před měsícem

    Ballet is an art that takes years to bring to a canvas. Lot of talent.

  • @nicholasgerrish6022
    @nicholasgerrish6022 Před 2 lety +1

    Going to see Lauren dancing this Friday…..
    Now that is going to be something!

  • @estheladiaz8442
    @estheladiaz8442 Před 3 lety +3

    Son extraordinarios gracias por compartir tu talento me encantan

  • @tatianakapustova9038
    @tatianakapustova9038 Před rokem

    Krásne pre oči aj srdiečko. Veľmi pekné zatancovali. Ďakujem a prajem Vám veľa úspechov.

  • @pepevaladez8096
    @pepevaladez8096 Před rokem

    Beautiful ! Thanks a lot for sharing this jewel ! Congratulations to Miss Hayward and Mr. Corrales. Greetings from México.

  • @lazarocedeno5270
    @lazarocedeno5270 Před 2 lety

    So exquisite, beautiful musicality. Divine.

  • @nataliasamborska6101
    @nataliasamborska6101 Před 2 lety

    This was so beautiful to watch it took my breath away... Pure beauty ❤️😍

  • @kiwi007
    @kiwi007 Před 2 lety +1

    Perfection. Such a beautiful interpretation.

  • @doriseberle1384
    @doriseberle1384 Před 3 lety +1

    Amazing Performance loved it

  • @BLUE_S1
    @BLUE_S1 Před 2 měsíci

    They reflect emotions very well🫶 For a moment I felt as if I lived it myself

  • @donovansdenofgames4573
    @donovansdenofgames4573 Před 2 měsíci

    Just saw Swan Lake at the Thrasher Horne in Orange Park. If you can do parts like these, you're in ballet immortality. Best ballet show I have been to.

  • @aliciaasc4996
    @aliciaasc4996 Před 2 lety

    Beyond beautiful. I love 3:5 part. The raw emotion you guys brings. ❤️

  • @HollywoodFan21
    @HollywoodFan21 Před měsícem +1

    Bellissimo ! ❤

  • @MarinaLevickiene-sw6hb
    @MarinaLevickiene-sw6hb Před 2 měsíci

    Perfect work of dancers.Nothing more to say....

  • @W3sker
    @W3sker Před rokem

    I will listen to this song every morning of my life

  • @Karlinberlin1
    @Karlinberlin1 Před 3 lety +2

    Corrales such a sensitive partner. It's clear her absolutely adores her.

  • @viewerabundzu6887
    @viewerabundzu6887 Před 3 lety

    sublime, everything

  • @justifiedbyfaith6511
    @justifiedbyfaith6511 Před rokem

    Truly beautiful.

  • @emiliofaunierrojasunigarro1585

    Cada falange, cada tendón, cada nervio cuenta una historia... un amor idílico.

  • @isabellamanganaan9460
    @isabellamanganaan9460 Před 2 lety +2

    Francesca’s control kinda reminds me of Marianela. Also, her turnout did not miss a beat. BRAVO 🤍

  • @MrQbenDanny
    @MrQbenDanny Před 3 lety +9

    This is a VERY slow tempo rhythm that NATALIA MAKAROVA filled with emotion and magic. Natasha would have been the perfect choice to coach this young girl in this dress rehearsal. Her lines are beautiful. Corrales's partnering world-class.

  • @vih.souzar
    @vih.souzar Před měsícem

    que perfeição😍

  • @isobellemcghie3465
    @isobellemcghie3465 Před 3 lety +6

    Supreme grace and control 🎉 with beautiful violin 🎉

  • @majal.6409
    @majal.6409 Před 3 lety +1

    Just amazing 😍

  • @ximenaagueroarrieta3540
    @ximenaagueroarrieta3540 Před 3 lety +10

    Muy hermosa danza, que sentimientos más bellos éxitos para todos.. Excelente en todo 👏 muy admirable.. 😊 😊 😊 Éxitos en sus trabajos buenas vibras..

  • @larrykaufman8100
    @larrykaufman8100 Před 3 lety +12

    Absolutely beautifully performed!

  • @davimaues6126
    @davimaues6126 Před rokem +2

    Só Beautiful ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @tatiana8077
    @tatiana8077 Před 3 lety +1

    Beautifully done !!

  • @jessicab5448
    @jessicab5448 Před 3 lety +2

    This was beautiful!!