My heart was pounding with excitement to the prospect of walking into two first loves. First time sitting in Royal Albert, and being of the firsts to witness English National Ballet's opening night of Romeo and Juliet - a heart wrenching classic.
On Wednesday June 11th, I was practising in college's Durrington Room whilst a silently ticking clock counted down to 6.45pm behind me - the opening of doors at the Royal Albert Hall was about to happen. Within 5 minutes walking distance, I got myself there right in time to see the crowds outside slowly form curved queues around the grandeur building.
Was so lucky to see Carlos Acosta and Tamara Rojo dance the opening night. I've sincerely fallen in love with their passion and dedication for the arts. Every one of their movements really touched corners of my emotions. I've already treasured every memory I can recall from their performance that night.
Click through the slideshow on the left to see more of Mr Royal Albert!
By the time it ended at 10pm, I was addicted to a couple of things. Tamara Rojo and Prokofiev's score. Loving Tamara Rojo basically meant endless YouTube views of Rojo talking, dancing, and pretty much 'forever lasting with perfection' pirouettes.
Prokofiev stalking meant getting the full piano score of Romeo and Juliet, Op.64 and attempting to play it. Yet sometimes I wish I didn't over-estimate myself. So now I've humbled back slightly to his Ten Pieces for Piano of Romeo and Juliet, Op.75.
Time to get on a plane now back to Brisbane and touch a piano as soon as possible!
I personally lean towards being a musical hermit whenever possible. However, when I do go out, I always try to make the most out of it! Hope you enjoy these rare outdoor/vacation dates of mine!