Louise Levene

The Royal Ballet’s return was joyous – but the presenter was gushing and witless

The highlights included fireworks from Muntagirov and Nunez and cheek, charm and five-star technique from O’Sullivan and Sambé

Like a sunbeam with airy jetés, machine-stitch pointework and balances that time forgot: Marianela Nunez in Don Quixote. Credit: Tristram Kenton
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  • The Royal Ballet: Back on Stage

    Royal Opera House, via stream.roh.org.uk, until 8 November

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