The Sleeping Beauty - Aurora's Act I variation (Fumi Kaneko; The Royal Ballet)

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[@josie.s.2553]

I saw her dance as the princess on Thursday, when she was supposed to dance the part of the violet fairy because Lauren was injured and they were only told that morning. She done such an amazing job. It was wonderful to watch.

[@Kassie6600]

I was there as well !! She did SUCH an amazing job...

[@brendonmcmorrow3886]

I’ve been watching Fumi closely as she’s taken on bigger roles and have concluded that she is definitely one to watch. If I were a betting man, I’d say she is likely to make principal in the short term. Dancing Aurora is itself a big clue as to how she is regarded by Kevin O’Hare.

[@nancylepper7821]

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[@Fiona20289]

Washington school yesterday and ge to be in touch with you and your family and your familly and your families answer tuning assembled assembly Dr effect again later

[@fatmahisham8613]

@@Kassie6600 And she finally became a principal congratulations fumi kankeo

[@BooFlo62]

Loving this new generation of stars- Fumi, Mayara, Anna Rose...all so stunning and unique, watching them become the dancers they are has been wonderful

[@glynnwright1699]

I just hope that Tierney Heap starts performing again soon. She is such fun to watch.

[@almamilania]

and the 3 of them were just promoted as principal yesterday! very well deserved!

[@BooFlo62]

CALLED IT So proud of them all

[@bhumehldiaries]

She honestly is one of the cleanest ballerinas ive ever seen. Quality and precision are her trademarks, she deserves to be promoted to principal.

[@leticiabatistam3449]

Fumi is such a joy to watch. Very charming

[@belladingdong3396]

Oh man those hands. Her technique is so beautiful and refined. I hope she gets promoted.

[@larakaradeniz444]

I did a masterclass with her today, and she was the sweetest and kindest person ever! And she is an amazing ballerina 🤩🤩

[@KatBaumgarten]

I love these quieter, slower performances where you can really see the technique and mastery of the art 💐💐💐 absolutely perfect

[@pinkwings8036]

She has this air of being both joyfully youthful, but regal and elegant in her dancing. Fumi is a treasure!!!

[@emmad.176]

Well said :) She looks like she's having a genuinely good time, has a lovely smile and isn't rushing any of the movements. As much as all ballerinas are incredibly gifted, graceful, poised etc. as well, I couldn't help but notice her arms and upper body in particular. She really pulls up and is super graceful with her arms ♡

[@glynnwright1699]

Apart from being an amazing dancer she is also a lovely person. My wife was at one of her rehearsals; at the end Fumi stopped and talked with her for a couple of minutes. She didn't need to, she could have just walked away, but she found the time.

[@seeingbystarlight]

Wonderful anecdote! 🌈✨🕊️

[@riezbien]

many thanks for sharing such a heart warming episode!

[@JewelBelleLove]

Fumi's movements are so graceful, it's very beautiful to watch.

[@eleanorcopp9010]

Such amazing stage presence! Felt so proud watching her on Thursday. A star in the making!

Absolutely stunning! Please release a DVD with her! She suits Aurora so well, not just with her facial expression but also with this delicate way of dancing and this percise technique😍

[@sophian9105]

She is just so youthful, sweet, and captivating! The ultimate Aurora. She was born for this role!

[@Mariam-uy4hn]

An enchanting princess 😍😍 I loved everything about this scene, the colours, the costume, the music, the dance, and of course Fumi!

[@gingy_gingy]

i could watch Fumi dance for hours, she’s so inspiring 💜

[@barbara.nepomuceno]

We want the full show. Please, ROH. Hear our prayers 🙏🙏🙏

[@abee948]

Guess what haha

[@barbara.nepomuceno]

@@abee948 hahaha, I'm so happy!

[@BooFlo62]

This comment aged well

[@sophie7780]

fumi is such a beautiful aurora, so joyful, she really seems like a princess on her 16th birthday. well done, can't wait to see her promoted to principal someday!

[@daniellecarruthers1967]

So beautiful, she’s perfect for this role!!!

[@maytulip5560]

What an absolute beauty! Fumi is so talented and the royal opera house is such a beautiful place to be xx

[@sarahgairo1187]

Her hand movements are mesmerizing

[@May-ud9cn]

in the final pirouttes I just felt a great feeling transmited by her. She´s just amazing

[@rtm1220]

ふみさんのオーロラすごく可愛らしい😍緊張感が伝わってきてそれもいいですね

[@cescman47]

Fumi is a gorgeous dancer so light and fleet glad she got the chance to shine last Thursday night, but sorry about Lauren. This variation is a showy piece so the dancer has to highlight all her technique so not much of a character piece. Fumi has it all so let’s hope she will be promoted to principal.

[@pinellafranich6007]

She is a principal

[@johngraham3139]

She is not a Principal! She is a First Soloist, but surely deserves promotion to Principal soon!

[@pinellafranich6007]

@@johngraham3139 Yes i made a mistake.she is a soloist

[@kritee]

@@johngraham3139 she is a principal now!

[@Yobidefy]

I could watch this all day! Its so peaceful and calming.

[@Carolannmatus]

She’s so beautiful!!

[@minissa2009]

It's fun when the ballerina they show in rehearsal then gets filmed. Can I ask those of you who saw it how the Rose Adagio went? Gosh, she had to go on on a broadcast night for an injured, popular principal? What pressure!

[@floatingbob_4427]

I went to cinema on Thursday, the rose adage overall was very pleasing! Even though it's not perfect in every detail, but Fumi def nailed it and showcased the elegance and wonderful balance technique.

[@minissa2009]

@@floatingbob_4427 Thanks! I remember Yuhui Choe going in for Natalia Osipova a few years ago and all the flak RB got about that (US groupie, followed this long distance) from people who bought tix specifically to see Osipova. (I would have laid down and died to see Yuhui live!) We lost the cinema ballet feed a few years ago (just in time to miss Nunez as Giselle and the revival of The Two Pigeons) and I'd heard people say none of the US even got this broadcast. So envious you saw it live!

[@svartalf7607]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3zdgJmBaruUg9E see for yourself ;)

[@tammyg.pectold2511]

Her legs are truly mesmerising. She's a truly stunning dancer

[@CanalDoJoshua]

Frist things first, I absolutely adore Ms. Nuñes and Ms. Cuthbertson. However it’s very nice when I see this channel posting extracts of other talented principals/soloists like Ms. Kaneko or Ms. Magri. Well done!

[@beignet2012]

I wish the conductor would follow her pace during her triple pirouettes. Sometimes the conductor has a mind of their own! Pay attention to her musicality!

[@decimatedstar218]

J. K. The conductor is in the pit and can’t see the dancer.

[@beignet2012]

@@decimatedstar218 I realize that, but I'm certain there were many rehearsals prior to, where musical details could've been figured out.

[@Cchhaarrlloottee]

Dancing CumberCookie the conductor’s head sticks out slightly over the top of the pit so he can see the dancers. Ballets would be disasters if the conductor and dancers couldn’t see each other.

[@minissa2009]

A good dance conductor (like the consummate John Lanchberry) follows the dancer for little flourishes like the extra pirouettes. He has to be able to see especially in pieces like the Rose Adagio because on the balances, if the ballerina is struggling, he has to extend the 4 phrases to match what she's doing, although within limits. There's a film of Alina Somova doing this variation where the timing really is off, but it's her getting to the turns before the orchestra even gets to the slight rests right before. Here, the conductor should have followed her.

[@VynilNostalgia3018]

Well she jumped in on short notice (brilliantly btw), and maybe he simply did not know or expect she would do triples! He went the safe way!

[@leilaruthe2]

Her feet and pointework, especially her roll-throughs, are extraordinary!

[@madyg196]

her arches are so beautiful it’s crazy! (this is a compliment) :3

[@gabygabytoy5612]

She looks like a doll... so beautiful

[@quickfruits6963]

Gosh she is a joy to watch !

[@joelhalldancersyouthcompan7302]

At 2:55 when the music and her turns match up the chills up my spine were 😭😭😭😍😍😍

[@MaddieFishblob]

2:36 I love how slowly she closed, and then how quick the pas de bourre was afterwards 😆 Texture, speed, and quality ✨ she’s got it all nailed

[@naturebound2901]

i could not take my eyes off her! Bravo!

[@ninae3783]

How she dances, it's graceful, and kind of playful.

[@francestufts1149]

Just saw this performance ( encore here in Cobourg ON, Canada) and was moved to tears by her brilliant performance.

[@abbeywyrrick]

Wow! Everything is just stunning! From the position of the head to the toes!

[@missblackcat4655]

Fumi Kaneko was definitely a princess in a past life

[@misakofujimori8565]

She is so charming!

[@Fhoebys16]

I LOVE HER SO MUCH ❤❤❤❤ she is so wonderful.

[@carmen9330]

Brava Fumi!! Perfect for the role of Aurora! 👏✨

[@anngreen3326]

Glorious from start to finish. Full marks to the Royal Ballet

[@ellej6574]

Such a beautiful dancer!

[@laurenstewart1795]

Her arms and hands... beautiful.

[@peedubu]

Fumi is just amazing. Beautiful arms and spot on placement,. Lovely really and engaging

[@peedubu]

Thank you from Australia

[@djboo7779]

She has such a charming and assured energy. Just draws you right in.

[@ilsazamzam]

Wonderful I love her dance

[@BrunaPacheco]

Her technique is just flawless! I love her!

[@ellenspear50]

OMG, she is lovely as Aurora.

[@misssofija6760]

She has a warm, kind presence.

[@Callalilly45]

watching this video I'm just like "wow I need to work on my pirouettes" she's fantastic, her dancing has such an ethereal quality to it

[@The444traveler]

That was beautifully executed, Fumi!!!💯🔥👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@philzmusic8098]

What a great actress Fumiko is!

[@ZemiraRowan]

Oh wow, this was so beautiful, and I love her tutu so much too!

[@chietieu]

Such a breathtaking performance!! Fumi is so lovely 😍

[@leoswift6938]

Her smile plus her skills! 😍

[@manasidhole8735]

East or west Fumi is the best.

[@amyd5179]

Fumi is so beautiful!

[@le0nard01o1]

Honestly one of the best Auroras EVER!!!😍😍😍

[@laurasmith9784]

How is she so perfect

[@gerardway1535]

she is so beautiful

[@Olivia-tm3ii]

It’s just so beautiful 😍

[@ballet07]

Love Fumi!👍👏👏👏👏

[@fairygal8223]

Gorgeous performance.

[@chihiroooru4330]

so beautiful!!!! I proud of her ballet as a follow Japanese🥺

[@maribelgonzalez8670]

So beautiful! Thanks for sharing 🌹😊.

[@l.g.8028]

So beautiful! Gracias from Guatemala!

[@sofiaa5053]

bravo Fumi 👏👏💖

[@cwags212218]

omg I just love her❤❤❤❤

[@eben3591]

This is the hardest ballet ever but yet she executed it

[@allanaromero5180]

So elegant! 💜😻

[@Alexis-bs7ep]

Between this being an almost painfully slow (though beautiful) variation and the double manege at the end, I don't know how she's still standing after that.

[@patyhelguera1185]

¡Felicidades por tu promoción Fumi! :)

[@needlestick1019]

Their costumes haven't changed since Margot Fonteyn, and that was after the world war. Watch the documentary it's mind blowing. Anyhoo Fumi is lovely to watch, after my fave Nela.

[@gerritduplessis7122]

WONNN DERFUL!!! THANK YOU! VERY MUCH!! HIGHLY APPRECIATED!! BLESSINGS!!

[@Gamzatti.]

She is so pretty🌹🌹🌹

[@msbeejones]

fumi is so beautiful!

[@booluther]

Beautiful! I’d love to see the wedding grand pdd from the screening as well please 🤞🏻❤️

[@gabriellenordine7367]

Beautiful

[@nyahgrant8348]

I love listening to her pointe shoes on the stage

[@stevehughes56]

Fumi - next star of the Royal Ballet

[@kathymatsui3001]

ふみさん、とっても素敵🌹

[@abee948]

Yay Fumi!!!!

[@JhaneTheLady]

I would’ve loved to see that in person

[@Amber-nr1rs]

say hello to the royal's newest principal!!!!!!!

[@maurizioparri3027]

bellissima e bravissima!

[@lucianarib2003]

Fumi ❤️❤️❤️

[@heyyyy8918]

I love her hands

[@hana-chanLove]

あら、かわいいオーロラ姫💕ふみさんのあたまからつま先まで隠すことが出来ないほど、可愛いが溢れ出す💕私が王子だったら間違いなく恋焦がれていたかも知れない。

[@De_Kneazle]

I love how the backup dancers look at her with such admiration or can't help but move a little with the music. Honestly every video I watch about dancers, they're just hyping each other up and I'm here for it.

[@AlamannoCapecchi]

Bellissimo!

[@paulwilfridhunt]

Wonderful dancer

[@violinmusic5731]

Amazing!

[@violetmalfoy450]

I love you ballet

[@oxanaarkan1978]

Gorgeous ❤️❤️ like julia kent from ABT👏👏👏

[@tenacious-e3o]

I 💗her energy

[@lalalalala9451]

Yesss I could never perform that variation it’s so long I would die