Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Shall We Dance?

Gran Ballo risorgimentale, Livorno
[Photos by Trillian]
Just before the “occupation” in Piazza della Repubblica took place a “Gran Ballo risorgimentale” (Grand Ball of the Risorgimento). This ball was organized by the Livorno chapter of the “Società di Danza” (Dance Society) with guest dancers from other italian cities and from Prague.
Gran Ballo risorgimentale, LivornoGran Ballo risorgimentale, LivornoGran Ballo risorgimentale, LivornoWe'll cover this event with two posts, this is the first part with photos by Trillian.

See also: The Austrians Are Coming - Balliamo - Fanfara dei Carabinieri

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13 comments:

  1. stromsjoMay 12, 2009 at 7:17 AM

    Wow. Imagine being a guest dancer. Must be almost as prestigious as being a guest photographer! ;)

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  2. jooMay 12, 2009 at 7:34 AM

    Very nice photos, I like especially first one - who dancec like this today!

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  3. cieldequimperMay 12, 2009 at 8:34 AM

    Oh I would love that! Swirling around, swooning from the heat and too tight dresses!!! Great shots!

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  4. BaruchMay 12, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    What beautiful ball gowns. The ladies all look so elegant

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  5. TashMay 12, 2009 at 11:00 AM

    Everyone is sooooo elegant! Excellent shots, Trillian - makes me want to dress up and dance.

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  6. glduro_marieloupeMay 12, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    How many colors, how much joy! Italy, Italy forever! Always a "sorpresa" on every corner!

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  7. nobuMay 12, 2009 at 12:28 PM

    They looks happy!!
    And I like those wonderful costumes.

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  8. brattcatMay 12, 2009 at 1:29 PM

    What a rich series of photographs. I particularly love the third one, the interaction of the dancers between dances.

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  9. amatamari©May 12, 2009 at 3:05 PM

    Voglio trasferirmi a Livornooooo!!!

    :-)

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  10. LowellMay 12, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    My goodness, this was a huge event...I had no idea. The dancer in the first photo looks a bit like Hugh Jackman at the angle it's shot.

    I think you probably had a good time here!

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  11. HildaMay 12, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    Ooh, they look so grand! I especially like the first photo! Love the expression on her face — like she's really in love with her partner :)

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  12. hennyMay 12, 2009 at 5:17 PM

    Teach me how to dance :). Just like in the movies. The costume, isn't it too hot to wear in a sunny day? Love the first image. The girl enjoys her dance so much.

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  13. HalcyonMay 12, 2009 at 7:21 PM

    The dresses are beautiful! Looks like everyone had a good time. Looking forward to more.

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