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La sylphide is a timeless classic that captivates audiences with its ethereal storytelling and enchanting choreography. This beloved ballet, first performed in the 19th century, dives into themes of love, longing, and the supernatural, making it a significant piece in the realm of dance. Through its delicate movements and emotive scenes, La sylphide captures the […]
In 1964, the performance event of Rudolf Nureyev and Margot Fonteyn in the ballet Giselle with The Australian Ballet marked a memorable milestone not only in the history of The Australian Ballet but also in the artistic relationship between the two. Known as a legendary pair on the stage, they connected not only through their […]
The Handel & Haydn Society performs its rendition of Mozart’s “Masonic Funeral” at Symphony Hall in Boston on May 5. (Chris Petre-Baumer/Handel & Haydn Society/AP) There’s nothing quite like an innocent child’s pure, unmediated reaction to beautiful music. The Boston-based Handel and Haydn Society is best known among the classical music enthusiasts as the H+H […]
“Miranda—The Tempest,” 1916, by John William Waterhouse. Many paintings were inspired by literature, including this one, capturing a scene from Shakespeare’s play. Public Domain Classic literature and poetry have the power to inspire great works of art; we examine five pieces with strong ties to legends, plays, and myths. The intersection of visual art and […]
“Allegory of Wisdom and Strength” by Paolo Veronese, 1565. Oil on canvas. Bequeathed by Henry Clay Frick, The Frick Collection, NY. public domain Few cities capture the romantic imagination quite like Venice, and its winding canals, picturesque buildings, and shimmering lagoon have intrigued visitors for centuries. Its unique geography—118 islands connected by a network of […]
“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished” —Laozi Have you ever dreamed of escaping urban life, at least temporarily, to a secluded mountain? A place where you can feel at one with nature. Where your heart can regain tranquility… Sounds nice, doesn’t it? Well, some of the world’s most mystical, picturesque, cloud-shrouded, high-altitude mountains are […]
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The Orchid Pavilion Gathering as depicted in an 18th-century Japanese painting Winding Stream at Lanting by Yamamoto Jakurin, 1790 Of all those who strive to leave their mark on history, perhaps writers are some of our clearest messengers. Their thoughts and dreams are indelibly left as ink on paper for centuries to come. From one […]
Journey to the West is one of the four classics of Chinese literature. Written by the Ming Dynasty novelist Wu Cheng’en during the 16th century, this beloved adventure tale combines action, humor, and spiritual lessons. The novel takes place in the seventh century. It tells the story of one of Buddha Sakyamuni’s disciples who was banished from […]
A detail of “Lucretia,” circa 1580–1583, by Paolo Veronese. Public Domain Paolo Veronese was the first great master to depict the expressed virtues of the accused women in his paintings. No two women of pre-Christian antiquity have been as celebrated for their beauty and chastity as the Hebrew Susanna and the Roman Lucretia. Both women […]
Niccolo Paganini was one of the most amazing violinists the world has ever known. Born October 27, 1782, in Genoa, Italy, he changed music forever with his unbelievable skills and unique compositions. His life was a mix of brilliance, challenges, and an enduring legacy that continues to inspire musicians today. People called him “The Devil’s […]
The genius physicist Einstein often played Mozart while working on his theory of relativity. Science and the arts are sometimes viewed as opposites, but for revered scientist Albert Einstein, the two subjects were inextricably linked. Einstein introduced the world to his Theory of Special Relativity in 1905 and his Theory of General Relativity in 1916. […]
It has been 115 years (original article’s date: September 21, 2020 — clarification by uploader) since Anna Pavlova first performed her famous swan solo. Now a celebrated part of ballet history, The Dying Swan was originally inspired by the ballerina’s visits with swans in public parks and Lord Tennyon’s poem of the same title. Pavlova had recently become […]
