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The New York City Ballet began its season on September 22 with a performance of George Balanchine's "Jewels." The highlight was Mira Nadon's portrayal in the diamond section, continuing a tradition that has featured renowned ballerinas like Suzanne Farrell since 1967. Despite being nearly six decades old, "Jewels" remains both cherished and artistically demanding for the dancers who perform it.
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The New York City Ballet opened its season on September 22 with a performance of George Balanchine’s Jewels, a ballet that has been part of the company's repertoire since its wildly successful premiere in 1967. The performance featured principal ballerina Mira Nadon dancing the role originally created by legendary dancer Suzanne Farrell. Despite being nearly 60 years old, Jewels continues to be one of the most cherished and artistically demanding pieces in the ballet's collection, having previously showcased dancers like Violette Verdy and Patricia McBride.
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Diamonds are the New York City Ballet’s best friend, or so it would seem after their season-opening performance on Sept. 22 of George Balanchine’s Jewels, culminating in a radiant display by its raven-haired principal, Mira Nadon, dancing the role originated by Suzanne Farrell in 1967.
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Nearly 60 years after its wildly successful premiere, which brought star ballerinas Violette Verdy, Mimi Paul, Patricia McBride, and Farrell to even higher acclaim, Jewels remains one of the company’s most beloved pieces, yet among its most challenging artistically.
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