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Richard Calmes | profile | all galleries >> DANCE GALLERIES >> PERFORMANCE GALLERIES >> Midsummer Night's Dream tree view | thumbnails | slideshow

Midsummer Night's Dream



I have attempted to show the whole story behind a weekend of ballet performances. The rehearsals, the on-stage classes and warm-ups,
and the backstage activities all come together to produce 4 beautiful performances. I used a Canon 5D and 20D with Canon 70-200 f2.8 IS lenses at ISO 1000.

To see the visual story of how this production was created, click here: https://pbase.com/rcalmes/studio_rehearsal

If you think this gallery has merit, please vote so others may enjoy these artist-athletes.
Balance, Grace and Strength! _MG_3298 _MG_2165 _MG_2144
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_MG_2362 _MG_2358 The Cast and Directors _MG_2130
_MG_2121 _MG_2092 _MG_2093 _MG_2250
2006 Midsummer Night's Dream Poster _MG_2300 _MG_2312 _MG_2314
_MG_2274 Puck and the Choreographer _MG_2194 _MG_2204
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Nicole 10-Jul-2009 14:26
Most people don't get to see what dancers do backstage, so, being a dancer, I appriciate the backstage shots. They show that dancers are also people, without being crowed by costumes and perfect hair.
The performance pictures were delightful. I loved them. Thank you! This deserves a vote.
Basia 11-Feb-2009 14:22
Obviously, the enchanted world of MND added to it - but the beauty of your photographs is unrivalled, especially of those behind the stage. Thank you
Guest 26-Sep-2007 16:47
Yet again - your work is outstanding! Several friends have gone through these galleries many times.. Then they come to me and ask why can't I do that... LOL - Thank you George
Victor 29-Apr-2007 23:09
ABSOLUTLY FANTABOULOUS: It is so rare to see CLEAR FOCUSED pictures of Ballet as most venues do not even allow amateur photography.This is a truly enlightening PLEASURE TO MY EYES. I look forward to more in the future. I have passed on your URL to friends to enjoy.
marylin 05-Aug-2006 14:00
this site is marvelous and still more the images!! they are fabulous....: -) I didn't know what this work of shakespeare it was however also a ballet it is one of mine prefer.
Phyllis Stewart12-May-2006 02:47
This is one of my favorite Shakespearean plays...didn't know they did it as a ballet. Just gorrrgeous!
Guest 08-May-2006 21:13
what can i say ...wow! all these pics are amazing! i am a ballet dancer and one day i hope to be as good as this! what an inspiration.
Guest 22-Apr-2006 19:46
magnificent gallery & quick to load!
henrywong28-Mar-2006 09:36
wonderful shots, Richard!!
JOSE MATA24-Mar-2006 20:22
splendid galerie , congratulations , richard, voted.
Glenda Brown 20-Mar-2006 05:58
Great photos. I was in Atlanta for a rehearsal. Now I know what some of the costumes are. Thanks so much.

Glenda Brown, Founder & Director
The Glenda Brown Choreography Project
Kees Terberg17-Mar-2006 21:25
I wish that I could have been here. Shakespeare in dance.... hehehe, yeah, this gallery has merit! More than a single vote worth...
Guest 17-Mar-2006 16:22
Everything is sooo beautiful!! I cannot believe it is over. BRAVO EVERYONE, and thank you, Richard, for taking this fantastic photos!!!

Pedja
Guest 15-Mar-2006 12:49
wow, so nice to see this final performance result shot, wonderful shots.to me these are really inspiring captures, wonderfuly done ,and a perfect example of your experience.
Patti Blevins 15-Mar-2006 10:50
These are wonderful! Thank you so much for caring about our GBT dancers so much!
Kees Terberg14-Mar-2006 22:26
Hehehe, you got my vote. I just forgot to mention that earlier. These are difficult shots but in all honesty, the mono shots behind the scene outweigh these beauties any time. Sorry.
Rick Lewis14-Mar-2006 19:32
Bravo. Another outstanding gallery of performers. The lighting is so subtle. I would have been tempted to push the contrast but I see this works so much better. There's a wonderful feel to this collection. A quiet but determined and purposeful attitude.
Guest 14-Mar-2006 16:34
Very nice.
The Suburban Hippie 14-Mar-2006 04:09
Very nice indeed. I would say expertly done!

Mark :)
Holley 14-Mar-2006 00:44
Wow! I'm so impressed! So many great shots. I'll comment to them individually.
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