S206: Do dancers find it difficult to shake off a role?

It's Christmas!!! And it's our season finale! Joining us today is the Drosselmeyer of all Drosselmeyers - the incredible Gary Avis MBE, Principal Character Artist with The Royal Ballet. Gary tells us all about the roles that have shaped his career and what it it feels like to step into the shoes of each character - from noblemen to dollmakers! Brandon gives us the low down on the energy it takes to do the sword fight in 'Romeo & Juliet' and Julia wonders if 'ballet acting' can be taught...

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Welcome to Open Barre, hosted by Julia Dixon, founder of To The Pointe blog, and Brandon Lawrence, Principal Dancer at Birmingham Royal Ballet. Find out what goes on behind the scenes in ballet as we discuss and dive in to this magnificent world featuring many wonderful guests along the way.Sponsored by DANSEZ dancewear