Natalie Bochenski, The Sydney Morning Herald

June 26, 2014

The Queensland Ballet has promised to bewitch the eyes then break the hearts of audience members with its superstar production of Romeo and Juliet.

“Full of blood and heart” is how artistic director Li Cunxin describes the work, as choreographed by the legendary English dancer Sir Kenneth Macmillan in 1965.

“He was one of the most daring, most innovative, most creative choreographers, who projected realism,” Li said.

“He wasn’t afraid to express languages or stories through real life movements that ordinary people can really relate to, understand and appreciate.”

Sir Kenneth’s widow Deborah was born in Boonah, but patriotism didn’t stop her initially believing the QB company was too small to stage his version of the tragic love story. […continued]

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