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Ballet schools in a country house
Photographs of ballet dancers, rehearsing and in poses, in country house settings, including Muriel Harding and Julia Falls. Captioned, Coryphees in a country house: rusticating ballet schools'. The Ripman and The Colne Ballet Schools had moved to the Hallams, Shamley Green, Captain Hodgson's country home. Date: 1939
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Ballet Colne Dancers Effort Falls Harding Hodgson Julia Muriel Poses Rehearsing Schools
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Coryphees in a Country House: Rusticating Ballet Schools at the Hallams, Shamley Green, 1939 Amidst the tranquil English countryside, the Ripman and Colne Ballet Schools found a temporary refuge from the bustling city life at Captain Hodgson's country home, the Hallams, in Shamley Green. As the shadows of war loomed over Europe, the dance world continued to thrive, albeit in unexpected settings. In this enchanting series of photographs, we witness the grace and elegance of ballet dancers Muriel Harding and Julia Falls as they rehearse and pose amidst the rustic charm of the country house. The serene surroundings offer a stark contrast to the rigorous training and discipline demanded by ballet. Muriel Harding, a renowned British ballerina, is seen in one photograph, her eyes focused intently as she executes a delicate pose. Her graceful form, bathed in the soft, natural light filtering through the windows, is a testament to her artistry and dedication. Julia Falls, another promising dancer, is captured in another image, her arms outstretched in a graceful arabesque, her feet delicately balanced on the worn wooden floor. The gentle breeze rustles the curtains behind her, adding an ethereal quality to the scene. These photographs offer a unique glimpse into the world of ballet during wartime, as the art form adapted to the changing times and found solace in the serene beauty of the English countryside. The Ripman and Colne Ballet Schools' rusticating at the Hallams, Shamley Green, served as a reminder that even in the face of adversity, the spirit of dance continued to flourish.
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