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

13 comments:

stromsjo said...

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

joo said...

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

cieldequimper said...

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

Baruch said...

What beautiful ball gowns. The ladies all look so elegant

Tash said...

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

glduro_marieloupe said...

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

nobu said...

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

brattcat said...

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

amatamari© said...

Voglio trasferirmi a Livornooooo!!!

:-)

Lowell said...

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!

Hilda said...

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 :)

henny said...

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.

Halcyon said...

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