#West Australian Ballet

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Joshua Ballinger - West Australian Ballet - photo by Niv Novak

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Heath Kolka | West Australian Ballet

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Dancer: JOSHUA BALLINGER | Photo: Niv Novak | Company: West Australian Ballet

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Oscar Valdez (cuban dancer) - Principal with West Australian Ballet

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Pernice Brothers- Who Will You Believe (New West)

It’s been five long years since the last Pernice Brothers album. I had the pleasure of hearing some of these songs performed at Kiki’s House of Righteous Music in Madison last November. I’m still amazed I was finally able to check off another artist on my bucket list, especially in such an intimate venue. But back to the new album. Joe wrote and produced all of the songs on the album. He’s joined by Michael McKenzie, Liam Jaeger, Patrick Berkley, Michale Belitsky, Peyton Pinkerton, and we can’t forget brother Bob Pernice. The album kicks off with the title track, “Who Will You Believe.” Jangling guitars, beautiful harmonies, and soaring guitar solos that seem like a track right out of early REM’s songbook. “So, don’t cash out ‘cause some rumor says it’s over. Look here, I stagger, but I swear to God I’m sober. Who will you believe? Who will you believe?” Next up is “Look Alive,” my favorite on the album. It’s a beautiful, upbeat piano-driven, indie-rocker complete with strings and horns! ”At best a shaky maybe. Strumming the old banjo, baby. Snuffing out a torch that was held for me. I wish I could sing that song... The one that makes the ordinary extraordinaire.“ Track 3, “Not This Pig,” is a short foot-tapping number complete with dreamy keyboards and howling guitar solos. Next is “What We Had.” A slower, sad acoustic guitar number with trickles of echo-laden guitar bits. And the lyrics add an extra punch to the sorrow. “I can see the way it’s playing out. It’s a comedy of errors, but it’s sad. I think of what we had. It’s hard to watch good love go bad.” In comes more explosive guitar jams that eventually leave as the song drifts off. Track 5, “December in Her Eyes,” if I recall, Joe introduced as a 60s Motown song that he said to imagine strings and horns. It’s a beautiful, sad song, and yes, those gorgeous strings and horns are way upfront on this one. “We’ve been friends for so long, I would tell you that I might break down and cry. I hope you can find her and find out ‘cause I swear I don’t know why she’s got December in her eyes.” “A Song for Sir Robert Helpmann” is a short, highly orchestrated instrumental dedicated to the Australian ballet legend. “Hey, Guitar” is the fastest rocker on the album. Searing guitar solos and a bopping rhythm section highlight this one. Next up, “A Man of Means,” is a flashback to Revolver-era Beatles. I’m thinking “Taxman” with its heavy bassline and chiming guitars. Track 9, “I Don't Need That Anymore,” features another Dagger favorite, Neko Case. When I first heard this performed at Kiki’s, Joe, strapped only with an acoustic guitar, did a hilarious version by tilting his head when he sang “the Neko part.” Couldn’t wait to hear the full-blown version with Neko, and it surely doesn’t disappoint. Next up, “Ordinary Goldmine,” also captures the vibe I felt at Kiki’s. Not sure if he sang this at our set. Love the repetitive ending. “Tell me where. I swear I’d be on-time.” Track 11, another acoustic beauty, “How Will We Sleep” is one to move any listener to tears. It’s not just the beauty of his acoustic guitar, the lyrics really grab you, especially me. “Growing old seemed like death to me when I was young. Now I want to grow old. And I want to belong. Oh, how will we sleep to the crash and the clang, as the hell-bent hell fires burn on in our names? How will we live: By the dove or the blade? Will we keep our eyes closed as the dream slips away?” The album ends with “The Purple Rain.” Dedicated to the loss of his cousin to cancer. The emotional lyrics say it all, “Here’s a man one heartbeat from a ghost. Here’s a vein, it spiders coast to coast. One thousand quiet cuts, and I do believe we’re close. Been bleeding out for years and years and years.” Dedicated to one of the many people close to Joe that left this earth recently. Joe’s heartfelt vocals, acoustic guitar, swelling strings, and gorgeous choir truly add to the sorrow of this piece. ERIC EGGLESON

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Dianne Buswell: From Ballet to Strictly Come Dancing, Her Career and Future Plans

Dianne Buswell is a professional dancer, choreographer, and television personality from Australia. She gained fame after appearing in the 14th season of the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing in 2016. Since then, she has become one of the show's most popular and well-known dancers, working with a number of high-profile celebrities. In this SEO-friendly autobiography, we will delve into the life of Dianne Buswell and explore her journey to fame, as well as her personal and professional accomplishments. Table of Contents - Early Life and Education - Dancing Career Beginnings - Rise to Fame with Strictly Come Dancing - Personal Life and Relationships - Philanthropy and Charity Work - Future Plans and Projects 1. Early Life and Education Dianne Buswell was born on May 6, 1989, in Bunbury, Western Australia. She began dancing at a young age and trained in ballet, tap, jazz, and contemporary dance. Dianne attended the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts, where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Dance. After graduating, she moved to London to pursue her career in dancing. 2. Dancing Career Beginnings Dianne started her dancing career as a member of the Australian troupe Burn the Floor, where she toured internationally for four years. She also performed in the Broadway production of the show in 2011. In 2014, she joined the cast of Dancing with the Stars Australia as a professional dancer, and she stayed with the show for three seasons. 3. Rise to Fame with Strictly Come Dancing In 2016, Dianne Buswell joined the cast of the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing as a professional dancer. She has been a part of the show ever since and has partnered with celebrities such as Joe Sugg, Dev Griffin, and Max George. Dianne's fun-loving personality, as well as her incredible dancing skills, have made her a fan favorite on the show. 4. Personal Life and Relationships Dianne Buswell was in a relationship with fellow Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Giovanni Pernice from 2018 to 2021. In August 2021, Dianne announced her engagement to her partner, British television presenter Joe Sugg. 5. Philanthropy and Charity Work Dianne Buswell is a patron of the charity "STEPS Charity Worldwide," which provides support and rehabilitation for children with clubfoot. She has also participated in various charity events and fundraisers, including "Strictly Come Dancing's" annual Children in Need special. 6. Future Plans and Projects Dianne Buswell plans to continue her career in dancing and hopes to one day open her own dance school. She has also expressed interest in pursuing a career in television presenting and has worked as a co-host on the "Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals" tour. FAQs: Q: When did Dianne Buswell start dancing? A: Dianne Buswell started dancing at a young age, training in ballet, tap, jazz, and contemporary dance. She began her formal dance training at the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts, where she honed her skills and received her Bachelor of Arts in Dance. After completing her education, Dianne moved to London to pursue her career in dancing. Q: What is Dianne Buswell known for? A: Dianne Buswell is best known for her appearances as a professional dancer on the BBC's "Strictly Come Dancing." She joined the show in 2016 and has since become one of its most popular dancers, partnering with high-profile celebrities and earning a devoted fan following. Q: Who has Dianne Buswell partnered with on "Strictly Come Dancing"? A: Dianne Buswell has partnered with several celebrities on "Strictly Come Dancing," including Joe Sugg, Dev Griffin, and Max George. She has also appeared in various group dances and special performances on the show. Q: What charity work has Dianne Buswell been involved in? A: Dianne Buswell is a patron of the charity "STEPS Charity Worldwide," which provides support and rehabilitation for children with clubfoot. She has also participated in various charity events and fundraisers, including "Strictly Come Dancing's" annual Children in Need special. Q: What are Dianne Buswell's future plans? A: Dianne Buswell plans to continue her career in dancing and hopes to one day open her own dance school. She has also expressed interest in pursuing a career in television presenting and has worked as a co-host on the "Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals" tour. Read the full article

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Tf? I've never heard of this?? I love that Australian cinema and tv has a distinct vibe, and specifically to Perth, that our West Australian Ballet company is internationally renown. Many Australian actors who have gone on to become big names in Hollywood have trained at WAAPA (West Australian Academy of Performing Arts). And thats just Perth. And doesn't even touch on our natural beauty, magnificent multiculturalism, or that our Aboriginal and Torres strait Islanders people belong to the oldest continuous cultures in the world.

Why wouldn't you be proud of Australian arts, and Australian culture? We are unique and I honestly froth at the mouth to see any of our films or tv get international recognition. Tbf I do also get excited when world maps in films show the Australian continent (it happens less than you think :/)

got fucked up to discover the concept of “cultural cringe” is primarily an australian thing. some of you would do well to understand cultural cringe

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Brooke Widdison-Jacobs, Christopher Hill, Alessio Scognamiglio and Andrew Radak in Ambiguous Content (West Australian Ballet, 2016)

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At my local cemetery is the grave of the American born Ballerina, Madeline Parker. Madeline had the stage name of  Mira Dimina, and she danced with the Monte Carlo Russian Ballet (Ballets Russes)  Madeline had sailed from England in 1936 for a tour to Australia, during the voyage she became very ill, but she still took part in the tour.  Her last stage appearance was in Adelaide in the ballet,   Les Presages.  Sadly Madeline was never to leave Adelaide and not long after her last appearance onstage she passed away from  leukaemia. Parker herself had been suffering from pain for almost a year but hid it from others.   

I find this grave very sad indeed, here was a young, beautiful woman in the prime of her life and her career, dead at the age of only 25 and so far away from her home and her family.  

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Joshua Ballinger - West Australian Ballet - photo by Niv Novak

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Ludovico Di Ubaldo | West Australian Ballet | Photo by Bradbury Photography

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“Ballet dancers parade outfits from the autumn/winter collection of Australian designer Akira during Melbourne Fashion Week.”

Photographed by William West.

01 March 2006.

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Oscar Valdez (cuban dancer) - Principal with West Australian Ballet

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Ok so I know I’m a few days late on the 4CC stuff (i only just finished watching) but I need to say this:

Green/Parsons are doing what PC have been trying to do for the last 7 years.

Keep reading for a (hopefully I’ll keep this brief) explanation.

Side note: this is coming from the POV of a dancer that trained in high level and fulltime ballet for 15 years) danced professionally for 3 years in ballet companies, Had a contemporary production choreographed around me in my final year of school by an ex QB (Queensland ballet) and SDC (Sydney dance company) dancer/ choreographer, was accepted into the NDT (Nederlands dans theatre) [the most prestigious contemporary dance company in the world] affiliate school in The Hague, and the first production I did under my paid contract with WAB (West Australian ballet) I was the principal dancer in a piece choreographed on me by an NDT dancer and choreographer-which had never happened in the WAB company’s 60+ year history- a freshman getting a principal role. I say NONE OF THIS to brag- I say it as someone who has worked and trained in the industry that is now taking a hold in ice dance so I just say it to back up my point with facts from the work I know, (also, I am completely in agreement that art is subjective, there is no ‘right’ and ‘wrong’).

Firstly: the RD.

(I hate Janet Jackson) but this has the same class and presentation level that VM’s Prince had. It flowed the whole way through, it had a distinct style, very musical, interesting choreography. I didn’t see the distinction between the dancing and the skating. Their performance level needs to develop, I feel they would have a bit of trouble captivating an entire arena, but that will grow.

Ok but really we are here to talk about the FD.

I was planning on writing an oped sort of thing titled: ‘The Problem with PC’ (not as people, just their impact on ID) But I feel I will end up writing most of what I wanted to say in that post here. But I’ll do it in a way that compares to a current ID team, and also inevitably bring VM into the conversation too.

Gr/Pa’s FD:

Flattering costumes.

Stunning music- not overused and actually went somewhere. Similar to the RD. They had a style, or more specifically a ‘motif’ and built around it. It flowed, they used rise and fall in the music to make highlights- not just skating on one level the whole time. They were not over expressing the music with their faces. They expressed through movement (which for fucks sake is what dance is) They actually DANCED not just skated and waved their arms around. They didn’t do what they think or have seen dancers do an put it on ice, they took the essence, the inspiration of dance and put it on ice. They were doing ‘the thing’ everyone says pc do (but they do not do well or cohesively) which is just be two dancers existing in space, intertwining with one another. With pc it’s like they are skating two different programs, they might be doing the same steps and physically take up a similar space, but you in no way feel they are truely connected to the same moment in time. Commentators have said that the music PC choose and the way they ‘perform’ it really carries an audience. I don’t feel that way. The music they choose (eg, MS, to build a home) is moving music on its own. (And also not to mention has been sooooo over used that for a dancer watching it is not gonna be artistically comparable to anything else seen to those pieces of music). In Gr/Pa you don’t see the skating and dancing as two separate activities. In PC all I see is skating. Which bothers me because they are the highest scoring team in the world in a sport called ICE DANCE. I don’t feel like PC are good dancers, I feel their skating coordination doesn’t translate to dance. This is where VM excelled- skating requires different coordination to floor dancing- and u could see it when we saw VM dance off ice, but they were able to seamlessly blend dance with skating. I have never viewed PC as Ice dancers, truly just watered down pairs skaters. Especially coz they cry boo hoo when the set rhythm is announced (16/17 we’re afraid the try hip hop so they went with swing which they didn’t even do that well. and 17/18 “I can’t roll my hips on ice poor me”) Dance is about expressing emotion through movement. It’s not about picking some chello/ piano music in a minor key, putting on and angsty face for 4 mins and throwing your self at your partner. Gr/Pa appeared as two equal entities, not appearing to be different genders even -that wasn’t necessary to the story- they moved equally and in complementary motions, with equal performance quality.

What pc want to be is contemporary dancers on ice. That’s it. They don’t want to be well rounded and truly fulfill the requirements and true tradition of the sport.

What pc have brought to ice dance (which would not have been possible without the likes of VM’s ‘Valse Triste’, ‘The Great Gig in the Sky’, and to an extent Mahler- these thin, lean themes that do not exist as a mechanism for the audience, but for the skaters to immerse themselves in) is a style and theme taken straight out of the high level competitive dance world, which started around 2011/12. It is like all things. A phase. A concept/style that became popular in dance. Now ice dance, and in both fields has been rewarded because it appears ‘modern’ and ‘forward thinking’.

One of the things I admire most about VM is they were trend setters who never set a trend. That’s what will make them stand out years from now. No one could copy their style even if they wanted to, both because they never let themselves settle, and were so unique in their approach to the sport and art they could never be replicated. All we see now are 15 pc teams in one competition.

Essentially, from my experience in dance, I know exactly what pc have tried to do. But it’s not coming off how they think it is. It’s in a similar way to how I hate when teams try to do legit ballet steps in ice skates. It doesn’t work. You can’t just pick similar music to dancers, where similar costumes, and put on (what you think) is a similar expression and go out there and call yourselves ‘innovative’. And it’s not coming off as genuine.

Pc ushered in this “style” and the community around ID and the overriding bodies have determined it to be ‘the only winning style’ everyone will (has) start doing it to be in medal contention. But what was once a ‘pc’s style’ is now an almost everyone thing.. and there’s going to be teams that will (and have) come along, during their rein even, that do it a lot better. Because they have a better understanding, respect for dance as an art, respect for their sport and are more talented than pc. They are just the only ones who can’t see it.

Gr/Pa are clearly a team that are understanding the memo. Good luck to them.

I’m done for now. Congrats if you got this far.

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Supermodel & Actress CANDICE SWANEPOEL

Meet Candice Susan Swanepoel, one of the sexiest models of the past decade or so. Born on 20 October, 1988, she is known for her work with Victoria’s Secret. In 2016, she was listed 8th on the Forbes top-earning models list.

She was born to Willem Swanepoel and Eileen Swanepoel (née Green) and raised in Mooi River, South Africa, in an Afrikaaner family. While growing up, Candice was a ballet dancer. She attended boarding school at St. Anne’s Diocesan College in the nearby town of Hilton. At age 15, she was spotted by a model scout in a Durban flea market.

She has appeared in fashion editorials in American, Italian, British, Spanish, German, Greek, Russian, Australian, Brazilian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and Mexican Vogue; Brazilian, British, German and South African Elle; British, South African, Romanian, Mexican and Chinese GQ; American, Spanish, Czech, Argentine, Turkish and Korean Harper’s Bazaar; V, Allure, W, and i-D.

Candice Swanepoel has walked the runway for Fendi, Chanel, Tommy Hilfiger, Dolce and Gabbana, Michael Kors, Donna Karan, Giambattista Valli, Jason Wu, Prabal Gurung, Rag & Bone, Oscar de la Renta, Elie Saab, Diane von Fürstenberg, Sportmax, Betsey Johnson, Stella McCartney, Viktor and Rolf, Givenchy, Versace, Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Dior, Blumarine, Etro and Ralph Lauren.She has appeared in advertising campaigns for Tom Ford, Oscar De La Renta, Givenchy, Miu Miu, Tommy Hilfiger, Rag & Bone, Ralph Lauren, Shiatzy Chen, Michael Kors, Blumarine, Versace, Prabal Gurung, Diesel, Guess?, Swarovski, Agua Bendita, Colcci, True Religion, Nike, Juicy Couture, as well as for Victoria’s Secret since 2007. In addition to appearing in the lingerie brand’s commercials, she was a featured model in the 2010 “SWIM” catalog, along with Lindsay Ellingson, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Behati Prinsloo, and Erin Heatherton.

In 2010, Swanepoel became a Victoria’s Secret Angel. Swanepoel modeled for the Kardashians’ 2010 swimwear line. On 12 August 2010, Swanepoel officially opened the first Victoria’s Secret retail store in Canada, at West Edmonton Mall, Edmonton. In 2013, Swanepoel was named the cover model of the coveted Victoria’s Secret Swim Catalogue. Swanepoel was chosen to wear the “Fantasy Bra” in the 2013 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. The 10 million dollar bra, named the “Royal Fantasy Bra”, was created by Mouawad. The bra and its matching belt featured over 4,200 precious gems, including rubies, diamonds and yellow sapphires set in 18 carat gold with a 52-carat ruby at the center. In 2018, she launched her own swimwear collection Tropic of C. She won Launch of the Year award at the 5th Annual Daily Front Row Awards.Swanepoel was voted №61 in 2010, №62 in 2011, №75 in 2013, and №36 in 2015 in FHM’s annual “100 Sexiest Women in the World” poll[21] and №1 in 2014 Maxim’s “Hot 100 List”. In 2019, she was honored with Revolve’s Woman of the Year award.Swanepoel made her debut at №10 on Forbes’ “The World’s Top-Earning Models” list, with estimated earnings of $3 million between 2010 and 2011. She was ranked №9 in 2013 with estimated earnings of $3.3 million. In 2015, she was ranked No 8 with earnings of $5 million. In 2016, she was ranked No 8 with earnings of $7 million.

She is fluent in Afrikaans, English, and Portuguese, the last of which she learned from her longtime ex-boyfriend, Hermann Nicoli, a Brazilian model. They began dating after they met in Paris when she was 17 and he was 23. In August 2015, the couple announced their engagement. They have two sons together. The couple split in November 2018.

As of 2018, she reportedly splits her time between Brazil and New York City. Swanepoel is actively involved in mothers 2 mothers, a charity devoted to achieving an “HIV-free generation” of children and mothers in Africa. She has designed denims for it, and in May 2019, joined the charity as a patron and their global ambassador.

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