Saturday, August 6, 2011

Repetto VII


A trip to Paris is not complete without a visit to Repetto on Rue de la Paix. Although there was an expectation of an exquisite display*, the single poster of Danseuse Étoile, Marie-Agnès Gillot, features a beautiful and talented ballerina.

Although the tickets are très cher, I would love to see a ballet at Palais Garnier, just down the street.


Repetto
22, rue de la Paix

* previous posts of the window seen here and here.
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23 comments:

  1. this is BelgiumAugust 6, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    great window picture; she looks so elegant.. hope you'll get to go to Garnier.. I saw the Black Swan .. so impressive what these danseurs go through.
    (will not be able to comment for a short while, on way to Provence)
    à bientôt

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  2. beau gosseAugust 6, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    I was so sad when Geppetto and Pinocchio were separated...oops, wrong place! Repetto, Geppetto...tomato, tomatoe....let's call the whole thing off! Yes, Genie I'm afraid Eric lucked-out on his last Repetto window portrait when he went by, but c'est la guerre...n'est-ce-pas?!? This is a very nice poster and supportive of the Art! Good job.

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  3. AlexaAugust 6, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    She clearly deserved to have the display all to herself! This window is so beautifully designed (and photographed). [When we meet, remind me to tell you about the night I met Jean-Pierre Bonnefous, (at the time) principal dancer at the Opéra National de Paris, i.e. Garnier.]

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  4. AloïsAugust 6, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    J'aime toujours autant ton regard
    Bonne journée

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  5. diveAugust 6, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    How beautiful, Genie. The footlights are a lovely touch.

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  6. brattcatAugust 6, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    a beautiful and creative showcase.

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  7. StarmanAugust 6, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    I've never priced a ticket at the Garnier, but if they're expensive, I would definitely chose carefully which opera to attend.

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  8. BirdmanAugust 6, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    Wonderful poster design.

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  9. Cezar and LéiaAugust 6, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    It must be lovely to watch indeed!
    God bless you!
    Cezar

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  10. AnonymousAugust 6, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    What I love about Paris: Greatness is everywhere. At the ballet, in the ballerina's shoe shop . . . .

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  11. AnonymousAugust 6, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    I love ballerinas. They incorporate so much when you gaze upon them, beauty, strength in body and mind, discipline, focus, dedication, and so much more. A ballerina is so symbolic of those many things; I think that is what makes them so stunning beyond their physical beauty. Genie, your words were so kind and simply made my day ~ xox Alexandra

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  12. PerthDailyPhotoAugust 6, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Sometimes a single poster is all you need and the spotlights of course! I love this picture Genie, I have a niece that teaches ballet and another who is an extremely talented dancer. I'm not a proud 'Aunty' haha!!

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  13. Fábio MartinsAugust 6, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    :)

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  14. Sylvia KAugust 6, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    What a terrific showcase! Love your capture! My youngest daughter danced with a small company here in the states and it was always such a joy to watch her perform. I love ballet! Great post/photo as always, mon amie! I do hope your weekend is going well. Thanks as always for your visits and very lovely, kind comments! They are appreciated!

    Hugs

    Sylvia

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  15. AnonymousAugust 6, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Hello Genie,

    Thank you so much for stopping by for a visit. I love all of my visitors and I am always on the lookout for new and interesting blogs to visit.

    I shall add you to my blog roll and follow you. Your photo is beautiful! I love the ballet especially the story of Swan Lake. The dancers are so graceful and delicate and soooo petit! I should be so lucky.

    Et Salut

    Kris

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  16. AnonymousAugust 6, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    My dear,
    I made it to repetto but not in the Opera, in St Germain. I have photos to share :) x

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  17. JackAugust 6, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    It is an elegantly simple display window, Genie. It is a big contrast with your earlier photos of the same store.

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  18. RandyAugust 7, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    What is not to love about this photo. Wonderful display.

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  19. martinealisonAugust 7, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    J'aime énormément cette photo... Une vitrine tout en mouvement... qui doit donner envie de faire un pas de deux!
    gros bisous

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  20. VreniAugust 7, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Did you know that there are Repetto shops also in Rue de Passy and Rue des Francs Bourgeois? I discovered them recently.

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  21. HalcyonAugust 8, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    They always have the best window decorations.

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  22. cieldequimperAugust 8, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    Can you believe I've never had a pair of them?!

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  23. Vær våkenAugust 8, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    I wish that poster was mine. Stunning! Ballets are great. I used to dance when I was younger :)

    xx

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Merci for your comments!