'Grand Pas de Deux - Adagio' - NUTCRACKER (Tchaikovsky) - National Opera of Ukraine

Mykyta Sukhorukov (The Prince) and Iuliia Moskalenko (The Sugar Plum Fairy) perform the Grand Pas de Deux - Adagio from Act II of the Nutcracker.
A grand pas de deux is a suite of dances in which a male and a female dancer express their love through ballet steps. In the Nutcracker, the dance duet includes an 'adagio', two 'variations' (one for the Prince, one for the Fairy) and a 'coda' to conclude the duet.
Choreography: Valery Kovtun
Streamed on OperaVision on 26 December 2020 at 19:00 CET and available for 3 months:
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[@marinapadilla105]

I cry from such a beautiful melody and such a beautiful interpretation, I am not a dancer, but I always dreamed of being one and interpreting this song ... it moves me so much.

[@marybrit]

If you love it this much you should take ballet classes (I hope you do!) just for the love of doing it. Written by someone who had the opportunity to be a ballet dancer and world failed to me. Just do it for fun ♥️

[@alo4020]

I always cry 😭

[@lisaboynton1923]

I cry over the beauty of this music every time I hear it. ❤️

[@susanabeatriz6240]

I think the same!

[@87396674]

I too, love, love, love this music. But I always hear deep sadness and great tragedy in it. Just feel that it doesn't belong to a sweet story like the Nut Cracker but more for The Swan Lake.

[@leerequiem]

The Nutcracker has the best pas de deux and music It's what makes it magic

[@marionwestlake6240]

I pray these beautiful dancers are still alive. …safe …and will return

[@ritawing1064]

Shout out for the conductor and orchestra! It should sound this exciting, but doesn't always.

[@Riverside1962]

Absolutely agree! My local symphony orchestra performed ActII complete in a concert performance three weeks ago. I attended a rehearsal for it, and the conductor was saying that this segment was her favourite part of the whole ballet. The performance was absolutely thrilling.

[@tia904]

To me, this piece has a certain sadness and tragedy... The smile of the ballerina and poses don't work here at all...

[@ritawing1064]

@@tia904 others agree with you: the tone certainly isnot what one would expect in context. I have seen this attributed to tragedy in Tchaikovsky's personal life, a recent family loss, but don't know if this is the case or not.

[@joannabeyer2440]

The Orchestral side of this performance was equally stunning! 😍 I play Flute & piccolo & those tough & extremely intricate Piccolo passages were the cleanest & most stunning rendition of this I’ve EVER heard!! 🥰🪈🩰 Bravo! 🥳

[@user-ss9fi3wl5u]

That synchrony and symbiosis between a towering Russian composer and Ukrainian artists leaves me anguished, How similar are the peoples of both nations. How loved are the great Russian artists by not just Ukrainians but the world. I dream of a time when the two nations resume brotherly and sisterly bonds.

[@sixteenstringjack]

So well said

[@shirokastranamoya]

There are no Ukrainian artists, there is just a unique Russian ballet school.. As a ballerina, there is no politics in my words, just common sense. People tend to forget or not remark obvious things

[@Dima.Demidov]

@@shirokastranamoya Is the Russian school of ballet the Vaganova method? So, Vaganova’s method is a way to teach a simplified version of French ballet, the way Vaganova understood it, in the opinion of Petipa himself, she understood it very approximately and flatly. This is not “Russian ballet”, but a Soviet castrated version of French ballet, there is a lot of sports and pathos in it. In Kyiv, even before Vaganova, ballet was taught by real French and Italians who were fully proficient in ballet technique. After the October Revolution, almost everyone went abroad. Fortunately, recently ballet schools in both Russia and Ukraine practically do not follow Vaganova’s method of teaching Soviet ballet. indeed, there is no politics (I mean the conventional sense of the word) in your comment, but there is pure disgusting Russian chauvinism...

[@user-kj7hc8ub4s]

Великим композитором!Различайте .

[@alexandrebeauregard4407]

​@@Dima.DemidovВыкопали Чёрное море,создали "боевой гапак", первыми слетали в космос,ну и конечно же известную на весь мир Киевскую балетную школу!Ни какой политики,только голые факты!

[@JamVinRad]

I like this performance very much. It has classical simplicity, elegance and youthfulness. As a musician (but not a dancer), I especially appreciate that the physical gestures perfectly correspond to the musical gestures. In many of the versions I've seen at youtube the choreography simply doesn't fit the music.

[@arianamauery9281]

I like this one too. The choreography for the pas de deux that I think Peter Wright did was kind of restrained. The subtlety didn’t work with this music.

[@ronstriebig2749]

The genius of Tchaikovsky

[@gloria7876]

My favorite composer

[@sophiep5634]

how do you not fall in love to such beautiful music

[@sempercompellis]

I love PITchai; this is nothing more than descending notes of the natural minor scale but he did a lot with it.

[@tia904]

@@sempercompellis It's so simple that many composed music that endured centuries... Music are just simple notes.

[@Brego100]

That was magnificent. I truly think this music is one of the most romantic and moving pieces ever written. And I’m always amazed that all these lifts come at the end of a 2 hour ballet when the dancers must be tired. Incredible.

[@yelenagorodkova5305]

When Tchaikovskij was finishing Nutcracker, his beloved sister died. What you hear is Requiem to his sister. That is why its in Minor tone instead of Major. And that why this music is so moving and emotional.

[@user-kr9ej9ph8i]

Вообще то это до мажор, только наоборот. Если у Вас есть по близости пианино, проиграйте до мажор наоборот.

[@AmgineIX]

@@user-kr9ej9ph8iit’s g major…

[@nick13b]

my god man, just look at her, shes literally perfect

[@zuzannawisniewska4464]

Im a nutracker balett fanatic . This was executed with such grace and perfection. Beautiful!

[@cheriebauman2128]

Absolutely beautiful… I hope they can continue to exist with what is happening in Ukraine.

[@fmcgucket3076]

I've seen footage of Ukrainian ballerinas twirling in rubble. I've seen Syrian soldiers singing in a haunting chorus. I've seen revolutionaries and refugees tangoing as dust swirls around them. Artists will always, always make art.

[@bettycurry6752]

Studied the ballet in my younger days and am so appreciative of these very talented and wonderful artists and of course the beautiful music.

[@sarahjanedelacy4222]

Not the best camera work- it's a pas de deux, yet we were left wondering what the Prince was doing much of the time. Some stunning lifts, though, bravo! The music never disappoints and I felt the dancers felt the drama of it.

[@dylancoulter2917]

🤘🏽

[@m.x.b.9949]

I think much pf the camer angles were purposeful as the female dance is really meant to be shown. I do agree with you though, would love to see the gentleman’s movement

[@girlfriday1299]

Heart-tuggingly beautiful performance! May they be dancing again soon.

[@agathasantos7388]

It’s my dream to dance this pas de Deux and someday I will. (16/10/21)

[@saraixchicken]

It will come true if you just believe! Good luck to you!

[@chiefqueef2818]

I believe you will! I can’t wait to see it come true

[@agathasantos7388]

@@chiefqueef2818 this year I’m dancing the Waltz of flowers! Thanks guys

[@chiefqueef2818]

@@agathasantos7388 That’s amazing!! I’m so happy for you!!! Big things from here on out!! 🫶🫶

[@brbrknndy]

I'm sure you will.

[@edigabrieli7864]

Her stage presence is truly phenomenal my eyes are glue to her every movement what a graceful dancer.

[@timnray99]

when i am lucky enough to attend the ballet....the wonder of dance and music combined into a joy for the eyes to behold....i am also in pure awe of the performers because i see in them the hard work, tenacity, dedication, the pain and long hours of repetition to achieve perfection....the ballet is a depth in the human experience to be celebrated.....

[@Moonbeam240]

Exquisite: the acoustics and the dance make for a stunning performance.

[@strekosa666]

Это так прекрасно.До слёз .Восторг.

[@dianaparker4807]

I NEVER get tired of watching this piece ❤

[@faustadonofrio5361]

Tutte le volte che guardo questo video, mi commuovo per la sua eleganza, sincronia, bravura intensità, interpretazione, dedizione, bellezza assoluta dei protagonisti 😢❤❤❤❤

[@Astrid-jt8cd]

Thank you for this beauty in an ugly world

[@jeanremy5036]

Awesome 👏

[@sophii.r]

This is too beautiful 😭

[@777mantikor]

So stunningly beautiful. The sublime beauty of great music, along with incredibly skillful dance, overwhelms me. This, to me, is one of the most beautiful pieces of music ever created.

[@carolyndewey8625]

Amazing costumes, especially the Sugar Plum Fairy!!! I love the little sleeves that look like fairy wings.

[@joannabeyer2440]

Yes,….I LOVED those beautiful sleeves as well!! Soo unique & looked very Angelic in many poses,….along with her beautiful sparkly hairpiece Halo! 😇🪽🩰🪽

[@sixteenstringjack]

It's just the pinnacle of everything that is human. Stunning, beautiful

[@user-pq7fh8fg7x]

Her perfection makes my heart ache. God bless Ukraine and Ukrainian people

[@angiecastro2457]

Same here!

[@ckom]

NOT Оf all ukropeople are balletdancers.

[@angiecastro2457]

@@ckom This person is sending blessings to all the people of Ukraine. Balletdancers or not...What's wrong with that? Pls!

[@andrewcobain9724]

Слава РОССИИ!

[@marcello8129]

Slava Russia!

[@williamdeng1870]

Just beautiful!

[@anamariab6077]

Hermoso, felicidades desde Cali, Colombia 🇨🇴

[@angiecastro2457]

Veo, admiro una y otra vez, solo salen lágrimas de mis ojos por tanta emoción. Demasiado hermoso!!! 💝

[@albinojuanbazzanella6142]

A performance unique from all points of view! Unforgettable!!!🎉❤

[@sophieashton4559]

Outstanding both of you!

[@lilic4403]

Ce ballet est splendide et inoubliable. ❤️

[@stephaniesvob]

Meanwhile I’m over here watching this masterpiece with a brownie in my mouth

[@OperaVision]

I can relate

[@VagueGirl]

And I’m eating chips. Almost choked when I read your comment 😂 😂

[@huffytun2340]

im eating goldfish 😭😭😭

[@cynthiafletcher9845]

Watching.ballet and having a favorite snack are 2 of the best things ever! Enjoy yourselves!! ❤💖❤

[@Gemmarose9012]

Caramel filled chocolate here. I used to dance Pointe years ago so I’ve earned my chocolate.

[@tiffy6229]

Her turns are so perfect 😍 I wish mine was as perfect as hers 😭 I’ll have to work harder 👍

[@johannadanemark4598]

Tu es danseuse bravo tu as bon goût !

[@gf401]

That’s the most beautiful existence of human..

[@ronaldproctor1776]

Fabulous!! A stunning performance! Bravo!!!

[@christiandelisoconductor75]

Mi avete fatto commuovere....bravissimi

[@beensie]

this is probably my favourite choreography ive seen so far

[@irinakorchagina6511]

Потрясающе станцевали, передали это волшебство зрителю. Спасибо за ролик.

[@philism7829]

What a grace!

[@nathaliasantos2165]

they was so amazing!! I would want to see all this ballet 🤧

[@Dancelea2000]

What a great dynamic dance. It's just wonderful! ❤️

[@dianaradomski1858]

Very beautiful. Thank u for making it available

[@markbiondolillo5562]

Such beauty and sheer joy in this performance!

[@Dylonely42]

Beautiful choreography and music.

[@Kimberlytheresam]

Such beautiful music

[@Roheryn100]

Wow -that no hands fish dive at the end ! 🥹🥹🥹🥹

[@blancaferreyra1292]

Increiblemente hermosoooo

[@adrianaastraldi5495]

Hermoso!! Gracias por compartirlo!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@lucimagro6426]

Sincronia perfeita, leveza, delicadeza, suavidade, beleza, perfeição. Magnífico!

[@robertbroatch8013]

Stunning!

[@nuriabarbetamargarit9568]

Somos muchos los que echamos de menos la paz

[@nuriabarbetamargarit9568]

Such a beautiful performance

[@FranciscoFerrerGaliana1930]

Simplemente maravilloso.!!!

[@feliceagrati6533]

Bravissimi

[@diannemorgan-smith2245]

. My heart sings with your performance. Thank you xxxxx

[@adelinaalcantara9394]

Lindo demais.Perfeito !

[@francescabento1705]

My mother was a ballet dancer often danced this she was also a friend of Nuriev.

[@cablenelsonbabygrandpiano842]

Beautiful!!! Thank you!

[@tnsampson2]

Just wonderful.

[@shinjaokinawa5122]

Bravo, Bravo, Magnifique.

[@alejandromenchaca5460]

Maravilloso hermoso momento

[@user-oc7gr6bw9i]

So beautiful.. I cry 😢

[@bibimimi5556]

Lei Leggera , Leggiadra , Elegante , sempre SORRIDENTE ...UN SOGNO !!!

[@krynjyh]

One day I'll be able to see this act live. It makes me emotional.

[@NoemiDoldan]

BELLEZA ESE ADAGIO. UN GRAN APLAUSO A ESA MAGNIFICA PAREJA POR SU PAR DE DEUX HERMOSO.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@AloneWithNature4K]

Great! It is beatifull harmony and dancing!❤

[@irenapalkowska5818]

Cudownie 🌹🤩

[@pepevaladez8096]

¡ BRAVO ! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@milytedocampo]

If I have one daughter.....l will let her to study ballet on her young age.......so beautiful dancers ..

[@akumaki88]

Amo el piccolo en el climax y por fin una coreo que acompaña esa intensidad...

[@readmylisp]

So much beauty !

[@teesense5502]

Flawless

[@carolwebber9247]

Beautiful.

[@farahali5754]

I know and love this dance

[@blwickiser]

Sooooooooo beautiful 💖

[@carismaschwab1333]

So beautiful...thank you...

[@cosimarohlfing8995]

Perfekt ! Ein Traum !

[@user-hy4jg3ux2r]

Gorgeous !!!

[@jekaterinag2706]

Очень красиво!

[@faustadonofrio5361]

Tutti i giorni devo ascoltare questo pezzo dello Schiaccianoci, è di vitale importanza per me come l'ossigeno...❤

[@honethcornejo9462]

Espetacular!! 🤍🤍🤍🤍❣❣❣

[@elisabettaragona4941]

Wow!!!! Sin palabras, sublime!!!

[@nisreenea4518]

Amazing

[@MutorbuW]

Ah beautiful smiles.

[@erikxz.]

Me encanta

[@viktoriiafedorova]

Very beautiful choreography! The partnering is hard but the effect is immaculate.

[@user-xe1tq8sg3x]

Чудесная музыка! Чудесное исполнение! Хочется смотреть и смотреть!

[@sylvioantoniomiranda3794]

trés doucement jolly

[@imrenecsibor3830]

Beautiful.❤❤❤

[@victormanuelthompsonchang6094]

Maravilloso.!!!

[@Sandrah326]

Que maravilha!🙏❤️💐👏👏👏🇧🇷🖖

[@andreahodson7031]

amazing

[@vaniatavella9472]

Maravilhos

[@tamaranadtochiy8682]

Прекрасные исполнители Браво!!!

[@giuliorenzobighin8165]

Ottimi quelli che con un mio neologismo mi piace chiamare convoli aerei ed elanisti della ballerina ottimamente indotti e tenuti dal partner. Ottima la fibrillazione dei passi sulle punte in eundo veloce della ballerina ed sensibile impressione di facilità esecutiva d'acchito da parte di entrambi. Ottime le pose figurali dell'ensemble ed il senso del continuum dato alla pièce danzante.Superlativi.Bighin GIULIO RENZO. 😊😊😊😊😊😊