Marianela Nuñez rehearses The Royal Ballet's Giselle

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Royal Ballet Principal dancer Marianela Nuñez rehearses the role of Myrtha from Giselle with coach and former Company Director Monica Mason. Book now: www.roh.org.uk/tickets-and-ev...
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Giselle is the classic ballet of the Romantic era - and, for the dancer performing the title role, one of the greatest challenges in the repertory.
Peter Wright’s production, a classic itself, perfectly achieves the dual aspects of the ballet, moving from the naivety of young love between Giselle and Albrecht in the village setting of Act I to the ethereal Wilis in Act II’s eerie moonlit forest. Rich in vivid character detail and poignant depth of feeling, Giselle is a reminder of ballet’s power to move and thrill.
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@cyn931027 2 жыл бұрын

Marianela Nuñez is just toooooooo adorable! She has been doing this for so many years but still being so humble! Responses and reacts so quickly to every single correction and comment despite being so exhausted ! I just love her so much !!! hopefully I could see her live performance one day....

@Emmareads15 2 жыл бұрын

The wave really is too cute! You can see why she's so beloved. Obviously amazingly talented, but just an all round lovely humble person too. I so hope for you you get to see her live, there's nothing really like it. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you!

@krisburns2341 2 жыл бұрын

@minissa2009 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in US in a city that will never see RB but while traveling in 2019 routed myself through London and really built my trip around having a chance to see Nela dance. I was hoping to get something where she really showed off her bravura technique. Got R&J and OMG could not believe the difference this consummate an artist made to the role of Juliet. Balcony was exquisite. I hope you get to see her live one day. See her in *anything* you can!

@hellohannahjennings 2 жыл бұрын

There is nothing arrogant or affected about her - she is pure grace and humility. It's such a beautiful attitude, especially in someone with so much talent and skill. One of the greatest ballerinas of all time, in my opinion.

@theawkwardturtle1435 7 ай бұрын

She just so genuinely loves dancing, like she is an incredible actress for roles like this but you can still tell that she has such a passion for what she's doing

@anne-julievignaux8822 Ай бұрын

Exactly, nice words! So humble and incarnated purely by her craft and art. (unlike zakharova I can't watch despite talent, because it's too much)

@Emmareads15 2 жыл бұрын

She's just such a blessing to the Royal Ballet and the ballet world as a whole. She's so beautifully talented, but she's so open and receptive to anything that will keep pushing her to improve. She just drinks it in and is so respectful to those who came before. It's hard to find a talent of this calibre who is also so humble. We're lucky to have her over here.

@ruskinyruskiny1611 2 жыл бұрын

Both humility and "talent of this calibre" are rare. ❤

@gwendolinechione 2 жыл бұрын

Perfectly stated, Lady Em. Exactly right. 🙏🏾❤️

@minissa2009 2 жыл бұрын

There's a video of Lopatkina being coached by Makarova floating around YT. I made this exact comment and heard back from one of YT's ballet "influencers" that he'd seen Lopatkina that night after seeing the rehearsal video and that it was a little tense in the studio and Lopatkina had just done exactly what she wanted to do that night in performance and never mind about what Makarova had tried to suggest lols! Nela seems to truly have a beautiful work ethic and really does absorb and enact those corrections. Gotta say Monica's eye is incredible. I never would have seen there were changes to make, but she made Nela's Myrtha...just better.

@teijaflink2226 2 жыл бұрын

She's just wonderful in every way, how can a person be this perfect?

@Emmareads15 2 жыл бұрын

@@minissa2009 I've seen the same video, but I did think there was some tension there and I sometimes felt that Ulyana didn't seem to know what exactly what is was Makarova was wanting from her. Ulyana is one the the very best swan queens, so she must have done OK that night!

@dottiedavis355 2 жыл бұрын

As Monica says, “Lovely my darling, just lovely!”

@baddestbleepever5106 2 жыл бұрын

i love how positive monica is, many ballet teachers have the habit of giving critic in a negative way which is really demotivating but the positive critics really give you room to grow while being motivated to still try your hardest

@lydiapnevmaticou3857 Жыл бұрын

I think that the talent of Marianela brings also Monica, and everyone else to being in the best mood!

@anne-julievignaux8822 Ай бұрын

Haha lidya, To respond to the person in first comment, you should watch master classes with Monique Loudiere former French étoile which so generous and smart teacher

@Andrea-sx3xo 2 жыл бұрын

Marianela is the sweetest person on the planet! From the little wave she gave to the pianist at the start to her beautiful smile you just can’t help but adore her! And her quick transition from this adorable human being to the Queen of the Willis shows how much of an amazing artist she is. ♥️♥️♥️

@gudrunlarsen7048 2 жыл бұрын

She is wonderful in each way the most beautiful Ballerina a real Blessings to the Royal and the whole Ballerworld Thanks so much Marinella the Sweetest person til.

@gretahassock8914 2 жыл бұрын

But miss Monica Mason didn't see Xander Parish potential she was before the director of the royal ballet

@minissa2009 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta love that little run when she went to get the twigs!

@jillgooner 2 жыл бұрын

Agree. I think shes Still the best dancer at the royal and no one has been better for 20 years. Incredible dancer who's face lights up the stage and appears to be the most humble adorable person. We have been blessed to have her at the royal for so long.

@lanelmuhammad 2 жыл бұрын

I admire how she behaves herself in rehearsals… considering that she’s sublime and could easily go out on stage without a single rehearsal.

@clarisafalconvalerdi5354 2 жыл бұрын

Monica Mason is the best teacher, the best rehearser, her advice is invaluable and speaks of a great life experience.

@IATEALLTHECHEESE 2 жыл бұрын

She seems very lovely too!

@edierashall6009 2 жыл бұрын

i'm just gonna go off here for a sec. marianela is a completely gorgeous dancer. and i don't think people see how hard ballerinas actually work, yk? it takes SO much effort for just this part, and your entire mind has to be set on the moment. i think most people don't treat ballet as a true sport, and it kills me bc we burn just as many calories as one would when running, or working out at the gym, etc. and girls like marianela are working hours upon hours everyday to nail just a single part or technique. i commend all the ballerinas out there for pushing so hard 🥰

@hollyblue28 2 жыл бұрын

Really so true, because its also art people minimise the incredible athleticism or just don't see it at all, which, really, is testament to how incredible classical dancers are.

@anamariaalonso7645 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with the hard work it requires to be a ballerina but as a dancer I wouldnt like it to be seen as a sport. There is a fundamental difference between using technique and phsyical capacity as a means to an end (to express emotions and thoughts), than for the technique to be the end itself. In sports you are rated in an objective way based on what you can do, in art you use you training in towards subjective expression.

@kathymyers7279 2 жыл бұрын

Is not a freaking SPORT!

@spleens4200 2 жыл бұрын

@@anamariaalonso7645 I mean, with some dance competitions, people might consider that sport like

@studyhardplayhard5086 Жыл бұрын

@@anamariaalonso7645 you put this well, BUT, it should be highlighted that it does take an athlete physically to dance it this level. Ballet dancers are athletes. But ballet itself is def. not a sport

@lyn100 2 жыл бұрын

the way she moves is so otherworldly and ethereal, but also powerful like the coach said. absolutely incredible work.

@Erin-el1gi 2 жыл бұрын

Nela’s little “AH” in the background at the very end, it’s impossible not to love her

@viewerabundzu6887 2 жыл бұрын

Isn’t this a lovely display of total trust in Monica‘s directive and a willingness and readiness to embody the role?

@lahire22 2 жыл бұрын

This is a property of intelligence - not everyone is able to understand that his personal potential is not limitless and to develop and move in a union correctly)) the sum of potentials ...N+M=

@byehater5965 2 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna save money, go to Great Britain and see it live. I'm not a dancer myself but for some reason when I see them dancing I want to cry

@sharonkeogh7036 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you get to come here, I'm sure you will love it.🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽

@gonefishing167 2 жыл бұрын

Just beautiful aren’t they? That would be my dream as well. What a dream 🩰🩰🩰👵👵👵🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

@sharonkeogh7036 2 жыл бұрын

@@gonefishing167 make a determination, start saving, and come over. See you there 👍🏽

@user-bb5qv2km5m 2 жыл бұрын

that’s my dream too!!! i love roh so much🥺 it is such a privilege to live in london

@ixopo6715 Ай бұрын

I hope you realise your dream. It is very special to see a performance at the Royal Opera House and Miss Núñez is fabulous.

@yunonnelemora9295 2 жыл бұрын

ROH’s 2006 Giselle recording is the first time I’ve watched Nela dance. I still go back to that recording from time to time because I simply adore her portrayal of Myrtha so much. But now watching her interpret the same role 15 years later, I am even more amazed by how much she has grown and perfected her art from that already high caliber. Her tempo, interpretation of music and choreography, the way she carries her eyes…. Really shows how much thoughts she has put into the art of ballet!!

@minissa2009 2 жыл бұрын

Is that the one with Cojacaru and I think Kobborg? Yes, she was an amazing Myrtha even back then. Kind of wish they'd had her dance opposite Osipova in the ballet cinema production in around 2014. I've still never seen anyone other than Martine van Hamel get in *two* promenade/penchees in the first part of Myrtha's choreography, but Nela's single is exquisite. Her musicality is very similar to Martine's. I first encountered her in a fouette video, so I came for the technique but stayed because she is just such a consummate artist, at the top of her game and still taking corrections to improve. Gotta respect that. I think she's the best in the world.

@yunonnelemora9295 2 жыл бұрын

@@minissa2009 Yep, that is indeed the production I was thinking of! And I totally agree with what you said about Nela :))

@Ana-fq9to 2 жыл бұрын

Her dance is so lovely, but when she talks and responds to monica, my heart melts. She is so beautiful both when dancing and not dancing

@nidasmarte 2 жыл бұрын

Marianela Nuñes for me is one of the best of Royal ' Ballet ....really perfect

@rlatimer10 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched this several times, always marveling at the beauty of the relationship between these supremely talented individuals, Marianela, Monica and Tim. Pure joy to watch.

@Macrogue65 2 жыл бұрын

Monica Mason - legendary. Master class.

@lahire22 2 жыл бұрын

So many wonderful nuances! Like it

@Emmareads15 2 жыл бұрын

Just so beautiful, she's so talented it makes me want to cry!

@iamsel_ 2 жыл бұрын

Nela being flawless as always ❤️

@t.w.8174 Жыл бұрын

This brought tears to my eyes. A reverence to the beauty of gentleness, grace, and poise, life’s virtues. Stunning.

@gwendolinechione 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect bourees 🥺😍🥰 I adore her. Don’t know who could dislike this. 💕

@pameladowe5330 2 жыл бұрын

The first glimpse of Myrthe and the Willis is a magical moment in this beloved ballet!

@a.phillips6892 2 жыл бұрын

When I think she can’t get any better, she always does…her jumps are absolutely the best!💕

@Emmareads15 2 жыл бұрын

It's insane, isn't it? How does she do it? Always at the top of her game and just gets better! She's just flying out there!

@minissa2009 2 жыл бұрын

IKR? Those grands jetes would have been good for Osipova, who's known in part for her soaring jumps.

@marychastain8248 2 жыл бұрын

It never fails, every time I watch Nela dance, it brings me to tears. The joy and passion she exudes is extraordinary.

@carolynellis387 6 ай бұрын

Monica Mason is a lovely tutor and once upon a time, great dancer too. Marienela recently celebrated 25 years with RB. 2023 She's wonderful and her musical understanding is just spot on

@Kenishachan 2 жыл бұрын

Marianela Nuñez is my favourite ballerina ever since she danced at Swan Lake. She is so gorgeous💜💜💜💜

@minissa2009 2 жыл бұрын

Nela being coached as Myrtha by Monica. I HAVE NOW DIED AND GONE TO HEAVEN!!! Thanks so much for including this as part of WBD. Nela has always seemed like a very complete artist (for my money, she's the best in the world), yet she continues to grow. Amazing! She just soars on those grand jetes! Like some of the tweaks in the choreography but wish Wright had kept the fan turns in that "coda." Just, thank you, thank you, thank you!

@angelamariabellourretszava469 2 жыл бұрын

Great Marianela! What a fabulous artist you are!

@miajordan 2 жыл бұрын

Shes just so beautiful and such a talented dancer and inspiration

@huriana_isthebest9691 11 ай бұрын

Marianela is just so particular in her work and brings such power, the way shes moves is un matched! Te amo

@nicolahacking2623 2 жыл бұрын

She is marvellous.

@msms3737 2 жыл бұрын

Such an encouraging teacher!! Marianela is amazing at dancing! Good music

@Emmareads15 2 жыл бұрын

She really is encouraging, but it's not difficult when you're coaching THAT!

@msms3737 2 жыл бұрын

@@Emmareads15 true I was thinking to myself how on earth teachers teach professional ballerinas😂 I assumed that there would be almost nothing to correct them on cause they are so good already

@Teverell 2 жыл бұрын

It's always special when Monica Mason coaches Myrtha, and it's really wonderful to see Marianela in the role. She has such energy and is so musical! I would love to see the full performance of this Giselle, it's sure to be really memorable!

@elizzy8754 2 жыл бұрын

It's hard for Royal Ballet Myrthas to follow Monica Mason's unforgettably powerful and ice-cold Myrtha. I have always thought that as well as power and cruelty, there is also a tragic and vulnerable side to Myrtha and possibly Nunez will be able to show this duality. I hope the RB will post extracts from the forthcoming production of Giselle.

@minissa2009 2 жыл бұрын

@@elizzy8754 I've been told by dancers preparing Myrtha that one reason she's so hard on Albrecht is he reminds her of the man who betrayed her. So would love to see that interaction! There's an older vid of her as Myrtha with Cojacaru as Giselle that you might find with some creative searching of the internet. Even then, she was a brilliant Myrtha. She used some little tweaks you wouldn't notice unless you knew the ballet well and just totally made the character her own and clearly a role meant for a principal dancer.

@fionawillis9066 2 жыл бұрын

As lovely as ever, Marianela!

@Tina_Bo_Binaaa 8 ай бұрын

As a former ballet student, knowing how hard ballet is and how they obsess over every little detail in rehearsals. First modern ballerina I have been truly impressed with. Strong yet graceful and elegant. Effortless movements and hits the steps without falter. I think she will be among the greats.

@cheyneconway3271 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely!!! Watching this took me back to watching televised 'master classes' with Dame Monica Mason (and Sir Peter Wright) on the BBC about 13 years ago. It was these master classes that inspired me to actually book my first tickets to see a live performance; and I have seen over 100 live performances (mainly RB) since then. I think Dame Monica's crowning achievement, as Director of the RB, was to make, and show that, ballet really is accessible to a wider audience of ordinary people (including myself), and I am so grateful to her for it

@11370LB 2 жыл бұрын

That’s when I first became aware of Monica Mason. I’m in awe of her.

@normamimosa5991 2 жыл бұрын

Marianela Nunez has such incredible musical phrasing, and, as Monica Mason pointed out, really flying in this rehearsal. Amazing to watch: the technique of Marianela Nunez, and the spot-on suggestions of Monica Mason. Thank you.

@Angela-rw5qh 2 жыл бұрын

I love Nela! Her Myrtha is so cool and signature but her Giselle’s so beautiful too

@themikaylashow9374 Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@rita6276 2 жыл бұрын

best ballerina in the world for sure

@marianabarbosa4992 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite dancer❤️😍🥰

@5167304 2 жыл бұрын

So inspiring to see the work behind her stage perfection! Hard to believe she is human sometimes, with not a bobble or step out of place. LOVE Marianela 💗

@user-rr3in6vd4e 2 жыл бұрын

so amazing to watch the chemistry between director and the performer

@candelamolina2099 2 жыл бұрын

Isn't she unique? 😍❤ Love from Argentina Nela! 🇦🇷

@rebeccasoto9592 2 жыл бұрын

TWO LEGENDS. We are so lucky to see them work together.

@ariannamullins63 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness Marianela is so sweet ♥️

@lucy1231 Жыл бұрын

A musical box come to life She floats, amazing

@marianne3024 2 жыл бұрын

Nela’s bourrées are just magnificent. I just love her!!!

@philzmusic8098 11 ай бұрын

It's fascinating to see Marianela--she of the radiant smile, whose face so vividly expresses the emotions of the characters she plays, and even the emotional essence of her steps--embody an ice queen without human feelings. Almost creepy, like a zombie twin of the Marianela we all love so much.

@marianaotero3496 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely, perfect, awesome, gorgeous and all the beautiful words in this world for Nela, I simply love her 💖💖

@dianneperry2903 Жыл бұрын

She's so BEAUTIFUL, SMART, SWEET. Always smiling!

@gonefishing167 Жыл бұрын

Wow, fancy having instructions from Monica Mason, In my opinion, the best Myrtha ever. This was wonderful, thank you . Thank you also to the pianist. 👵👵🇦🇺🇦🇺

@lazarocedeno5270 2 жыл бұрын

Ballerina Nunez. Bravo! Thanks dear. Such great pleasure watching you in rehearsal of Gisselle. Thanks.

@chavonnelawson1989 2 жыл бұрын

Every move she makes is so sublime

@SP-rx4tb 2 жыл бұрын

Her arms are really behind her and this teacher is magnificent!!! way nicer than mine the ballonne’ w the jete’s was just perfect !

@Sahh_S2 8 ай бұрын

It feels soooo good seeing that even Mariannela needs to recive advices, its not perfect at the first try. Be a ballerina its not easy, i personaly feel so bad wen i do something wrong in class, but its normal and we all have to put this in our minds!! BRAZIL LOVES YOUUU!

@anipartida8801 6 ай бұрын

OMG y litterly cried she is amazing

@gretahassock8914 2 жыл бұрын

This dancer had an excellent sense of time

@Nancy-it8uc 2 жыл бұрын

Maravilloso!!! Increíble!! Hermosa poesía expresan tus pies y tu ser Marianela!! Gracias por ser una bailarina dedicada y exquisita!! Orgullo para quienes amamos el ballet! Bravooo!!!

@melross4758 2 жыл бұрын

SHE’S THE BEST

@liviarangel7277 2 жыл бұрын

The most perfect Myrtha I've ever seen!!!

@DuchessRococoPuff 2 жыл бұрын

Marianela is a treasure; I'm so excited to see her dance Myrtha!

@sharonkeogh7036 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent as always Nela. I have always enjoyed your interpretation of Myrthe. It's so great to see you dance a role so different from your usual likeable heroines. I hope I get to see you and good luck with your shows. ❣🌟🤞🏽

@user-vc2oc6rm5y 8 ай бұрын

I've watched Marianela through all the years of morning ballet classes and she truly deserved being a Principle. Love rewatching all these rehearsal's it highlights the hard work and dedication that dancer's put in.

@lazarocedeno5270 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Ballerina Mason. Great privilege watching you coaching. My great good fortune to see you both, great artist, working together. Thanks.

@rebeccarosser3166 2 жыл бұрын

She is absolutely mesmerising! Y el saludo al pianista al principio y la reverencia a Monica Mason al final... Encantadora. Bless them both! If she wanted to dance this role this year, that's totally respectable. But yeah... I'll miss her as Giselle too much... :(

@suzannebarton777 2 жыл бұрын

She’s doing both in different performances

@epradova 2 жыл бұрын

This was so beautiful!!

@marionbayley1351 23 күн бұрын

This is Marianela learning a new role. It was her first season as Myrtle. She is just wonderful.

@Vittorina689 2 жыл бұрын

Beyond perfection

@garnwalkerstables 2 жыл бұрын

As stunning as she is as gesielle,I think she will be an AMAZING Myrtha!!!!

@gwynethgibby1702 22 күн бұрын

What lovely dancing and great coaching!

@phynekat 2 жыл бұрын

Flawless in Everything

@msbeejones 2 жыл бұрын

love nela. and love dame monica! thank you for this!!!

@susannevollmer2347 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! Both! Would be so interesting to see more, but I understand of course "The Queen" needs a rest.

@gonefishing167 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning, thank you all🙏🙏🩰🩰🩰🩰👵👵👵🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

@cynthiafletcher9845 2 жыл бұрын

It was such a pleasure to watch this rehearsal with a great teacher, pianist and dancer!! 💕💕💕

@karennorris7880 2 жыл бұрын

Such a gorgeous line and exquisite epaulement. Viva La Reina!

@claudiapinho-memorias 2 жыл бұрын

Essa bailarina é maravilhosa! A melhor ! The best!

@lauracrimson 2 жыл бұрын

The floofiest of all floofy skirts, I love it! All of it!

@jw25546 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Serene. Regal.

@agusbailando 2 жыл бұрын

Marianela es maravillosa. Transmite tanto cuando baila. Que hermosura 🥰

@barbaralemere5183 2 жыл бұрын

Marianela is a gem!

@valeriecavagni7085 2 жыл бұрын

What a treat to see! Many thanks!! BEAUTIFUL!!!

@jennygibbons1258 2 жыл бұрын

What a joy to watch. Thank you.

@atilatoledo_art 8 ай бұрын

que linda bailarina, sente-se a alegria e a simplicidade, e ao mesmo tempo sua sensibilidade e sofisticação💎

@cosasquesurgen6589 2 жыл бұрын

When Monica Mason just repeats "wonderful, great..." and bearly corrects the dancer, it's because the dancer is pure technical and drammatical perfection. Just saying...

@anewsortofgramophone 2 жыл бұрын

The control on this woman …

@jiaxuanyang5467 2 жыл бұрын

Look at her, her grace, her movements, her interpretation of this cheo, everything comes naturally to her.

@leahcarh 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing! Her attitude is really admirable for someone as prestigious as she.

@nicolebunn1220 2 жыл бұрын

That was absolutely magical to watch

@jairougarte 2 жыл бұрын

La Amo, Es Bellísima 😻❤️👏🏽 Viva La Danza Clásica! Gracias, Este Mundo Necesita De Arte, De Belleza…

@natsagain5175 2 жыл бұрын

엄흐나, 넬라님의 미르타라니요! 🩰 너무 멋지다🧡 wow, Nela is performing Myrtha! I love her Myrtha too. Ice-cold, gracious, and powerful!

@kristiLB93 Жыл бұрын

Amazing coaching! I just love the nuanaces she touches upon . Amazing dancing too of course!

@rosyaliotta5617 2 жыл бұрын

Grazie 😘

@jairougarte 2 жыл бұрын

El Pianista Es Maravilloso 🎹😻👍🏽👏🏽

@justjay926 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful. 👏👏🎶🎶❤

@user-tk7zf4he9r 2 жыл бұрын

Марианела одна из самых замечательных балерин современности, необыкновенно талантливая. Милая, очаровательная женщина. Смотрю на её выступления с неизменным восторгом. Доброго ей здоровья и творческих успехов.