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Dance Review: Ballet Theatre of Maryland adds comic flair to ‘Coppélia’ at the Maryland Hall
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“‘Coppélia,” introduced by Ballet Theatre of Maryland. Picture by Joanne Marie Pictures.
Subtlety has by no means been thought-about a attribute of “Coppélia,” carried out with flash, acrobatics, coronary heart, and an enormous dose of comedy by Ballet Theatre of Maryland (BTM). Based mostly on the 1870 French rendition by Arthur Saint Leon—with Russian touches by Marius Petipa—BTM’s charming model closed the corporate’s season this night on the Maryland Corridor in Annapolis.
…charming…dedication to element by choreographer Dianna Cuatto, with help by BTM’s present director Nicole Kelsch…
Maybe we should always name “Coppélia” the primary feminist ballet, led by Swanhilda who outwits her fiancé. Franz, a village gadfly, ditches sweetheart Swanhilda for a extra docile mechanical doll created by Dr. Coppelius (referred to as “Dr. C” on this ballet). Swanhilda responds by turning the doc’s workshop into chaos, and wins again her errant lover.
Each sleepy little village wants a dwell wire to maintain its townspeople awake, particularly if the primary store on the town belongs to an outdated, disillusioned doll maker, a job to relish on this model. Enter Swanhilda, the feisty feminist, and you understand proper from her first solo dance that that is the lass who retains the village lively and engaged.
As Swanhilda final night time, Emily Carey delighted each younger and outdated along with her fast steps and her comedic touches. She sparkled on stage all through the three acts, not often faltering in her a number of pirouettes or high-flying jets, all danced to the attractive music by Leo Delibes. Ryan Massey is pure in his motion and completely plausible because the city’s lover boy. Sadly a few of the lifts have been awkward however have been corrected shortly, as he partnered one woman after one other all through the village.
Due to Swanhilda’s daring and creativeness, her boyfriend Franz sees his mistake and marries the heroine in a marriage celebration of dance. Massey appeared as buoyant because the character he performed.
Most instances the plot is humorous, however when Alexander Collen sensitively portrays Dr. Coppelius together with his hopes for an actual daughter in lieu of the doll, you need to scream on the frantic conduct of the ladies as they romp within the attic the place his treasures are saved. Right here the wretched outdated man takes on a humane, caring characterization, and by the tip of the ballet, he’s welcomed by all…even a kiss from Swanhilda.
From an historic level, Act II is kind of vital. Not solely are the gestures fascinating, however the alternative of dolls—the Scottish lass, the cute Jack-n-Field , a soldier (Isaac Martinez delights), Hannah Hanson as an Arabian Princess, the Chinese language duo (Cassandra Hope and Michael West), and naturally, the soulful Coppelia, portrayed exquisitely by Olivia Fohsz who held completely nonetheless regardless of so many distractions.
What makes the foolish story ballet work is the dedication to element by choreographer Dianna Cuatto, with help by BTM’s present director Nicole Kelsch who spoke earlier than curtain with a particular nod to her mentor. Among the many standouts within the ballet have been Emily Carey, partnered by Ryan Massey in “Love,” and ballerinas Cindy Case, Hannah Hanson, Cassandra Hope, Sarah Jung, Celia Merritt, Cornelius, and Victoria Siracusa who was beautiful in her solo. As for the lads, I couldn’t preserve my eyes off Michael West who dazzled us together with his tough strikes and fabulous smile. Burgomaster Roman Mykyta saved issues transferring together with his narration and management.
This “Coppélia” offered far more alternative for character dancing than seen in some productions. It’s particularly evident within the third act wedding ceremony scene the place a lot of the acquainted dancing takes place, particularly the Mazurkas and Czardas. Beloved the colourful costumes, boots and head items by a BTM staff, together with Brian Walker, Calder Taylor, Meagan Helman, Alyssa Johnson-Taylor, Karen Kralik, Karissa Kralik, and Aaron Bauer. Kudos too to the lighting designer Stacie Johnson-Leske an whoever created the units to make us really feel we have been a part of the ballet.
Working Time: Two hours and 10 minutes with two brief intermissions.
“Coppélia” ran April 22-23, 2022, introduced by Ballet Theatre of Maryland on the Maryland Corridor, 801 Chase Road, Annapolis, MD21401. The corporate will carry out within the gardens at Hammond Harwood Home Sunday, September 18, 2022 at 4:30 pm. Subsequent season will embrace “Les Sylphides” and Different Works on October 7-9, 2022, adopted by “The Nutcracker” in December. “Momentum” returns February 24-26, 2023 and the full-length “DonQuixote” rounds out the ballet sequence on April 28-29, 2023. For data on BTM performances and particular occasions, name 410-224-5644 or go to right here.
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Maryland Weather: Severe Storms Moving in From West
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BALTIMORE – Severe storms have been plaguing western Maryland this afternoon. They are on the move east and will push into Carroll County near the 6pm hour. These storms have a history of producing winds capable of downing trees. We are also seeing heavy rain and lightning.
Most of the activity will push north and south of the forecast area surrounding Baltimore with the marine layer or stable air mass keeping the severe weather west of the mountain regions.
The warm front associated with the severe weather is bring warm, humid air in overnight. Expect overnight lows in the low 70s with scattered showers and isolated severe storms.
A secondary cold front will bring another chance for an isolated strong storms on Sunday. The day won’t be a washout, there is the possibility of active weather in the afternoon and evening.
The front will bring bright sunny skies for Monday with low humidity. Perfect weather for the afternoon barbecue or last summer activity. Kids getting back to school this week should expect refreshing temperatures… possibly even a little chilly with overnight lows in the 50s.
High pressure will control our weather for the middle of the week. Expect sunny skies and low humidity through Friday. Overnight lows Tuesday and Wednesday will be in the mid 50s, with afternoon highs in the upper 70s. The chance of showers returns late Friday.
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How to watch Maryland football vs. UConn
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Maryland football is back and kicks off its season at home against UConn on Saturday.
The Terps will take on the Huskies for first time since 2013, when Maryland won, 32-21. The Terps are coming off an 8-5 season, in which they won their third straight bowl game, while UConn is coming off a disappointing 3-9 season and looking to play spoiler on the road.
With a victory, Maryland will move its week one winning streak to five games.
The numbers
Maryland: 0-0
UConn: 0-0
All-time series: Maryland leads, 2-1
DraftKings Sportsbook line: Maryland -19.5, O/U 44.5
How to watch and listen
When: Saturday, Aug. 31, 12 p.m. ET
Where: SECU Stadium, College Park, Maryland
TV: Fox Sports 1 — Connor Onion (play-by-play), Mark Helfrich (analyst)
Radio: 105.7 FM (Balt) / 980 AM (DC) – Johnny Holliday (play-by-play), Steve Suter (analyst), LaMont Jordan (sideline)
Streaming: Fox Sports
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Maryland Supreme Court reinstates Adnan Syed murder conviction, orders new hearing
BALTIMORE— Maryland’s Supreme Court has upheld an appellate court’s decision to reinstate the murder conviction of Adnan Syed, whose case gained national attention in 2014 when it was featured on the first season of the “Serial” podcast.
The ruling says the case should be sent back to a lower court for a new hearing on whether it should be thrown out entirely. The decision reverses a lower court’s ruling that had cleared Syed’s name two years ago.
Syed had served more than 20 years for the 1999 murder of his ex-girlfriend, Hae Min Lee.
He was freed from prison in September 2022 after Baltimore prosecutors found flaws in the evidence presented at trial and a judge agreed to vacate his conviction.
However, Lee’s relatives appealed the decision, contending they didn’t receive sufficient notice to attend the hearing that set Syed free. In March 2023, the Maryland Appellate Court agreed and reinstated Syed’s conviction and ordered a redo of the hearing.
Syed appealed that ruling, bringing the matter to the Maryland Supreme Court. Friday’s ruling comes 11 months after arguments were made.
Justices found the circuit court violated the rights of Young Lee, Hae Min Lee’s brother.
“In an effort to remedy what they perceived to be an injustice to Mr. Syed, the prosecutor and the Circuit Court worked an injustice against Mr. Lee,” the court said.
Syed will remain free until the next hearing which has not been scheduled. The Supreme Court ordered the Lee family must have sufficient notice of the new hearing and a new judge must preside.
“If there’s actually evidence presented that shows that Adnan Syed should not have been convicted, we would be the first ones to congratulate Adnan Syed and argue he should be a free man,” said David Sanford, the attorney for the Lee family. “That hasn’t happened yet.”
In their dissenting opinions, several justices wrote when the case was vacated, any appeal by Young Lee should’ve been rendered moot. Those justices also argued there aren’t any specific victims’ rights that would require Young Lee be allowed to be present at that 2022 hearing.
Syed’s lawyer Erica Suter said that while they disagree with the ruling, the Lee family’s pain in this isn’t lost on them.
“Wrongful convictions devastate the wrongly accused, their family and the family of the victim,” Suter said. “Reinstating Adnan’s wrongful conviction does not provide justice or closure.”
Rabia Chaudry, Syed’s friend and advocate, went on Instagram Live to affirm that she will do what she can to keep Syed a free man.
“I will never not fight for his freedom and I know there are others, also, in his life who will never not fight for his freedom,” Chaudry said.
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