“When it starts, you feel nervous, that’s almost natural – I think that’s what makes a performance alive”
As The Royal Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet draws to a close, Principal dancers Akane Takada and Joseph Sissens discuss the mental and emotional side of performance – from quiet moments of meditation to open conversations and the beautiful trust built between partners.
What happens on stage begins long before the curtain goes up and it’s not just all about physical readiness. For roles like Romeo and Juliet, focus and connection are as essential as strength or stamina.
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