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"Quoting myself (!), either I was remembering last year's rave review for Herrera incorrectly, or I absolutely disagree. She was fine, and I thought this was a good role for her in general but if I was advising someone on which Sylvia to see it would be Murphy - emphatically. I always thought of Herrera as a great technician who lacked lyricism and flow in her upper body, but I agree with Faux Pas that even technically she was no match for Murphy. Her leaps didn't soar (I found them kind of clunky), and I found her lacking in musicality and phrasing. I also thought her interpretation wasn't well defined. Murphy used the individual qualities of the steps as well as acting to delineate Sylvia's personality very distinctly in the 3 acts, I found much less differentiation in Herrera's interpretation.  In the first act she did have bounce &amp; enthusiasm but was too sweet to be believable as a proud, fierce Amazon and at the start of the 2nd act it really wasn't that clear to me that she was plotting against Orion and not just enjoying a little dose of hedonism - whereas Murphy's intentions were crystal clear.    Her third act characterization was much better but, again, as Faux Pas said she wasn't on technically and her timing seemed off.  \nI thought Corella's characterization was perfect for Amnita, so open &amp; guileless. His leaps soared but I don't think the quick Ashton changes of direction looked good on him. I agree that Pasteur may have been a little small to partner Herrera effectively, but I still really liked him in the role. \n From your lips to McKenzie's ears!!!!!!! I was in DC for the Royal's Sleeping Beauty and so much of Sylvia reminded me of it, especially the pastel costumes and pastoral scenery, as well as the style. I wish ABT would bring us THAT production (with a few minor changes, of course!) \n\nI haven't seen Kent (yet) , but I was just thinking that if Kent can do it surely Part can \nand finally,  \n\nI really love this ballet, and last night I just suddenly realized that the season is almost over and that it will be a long time until NYCB starts its post Nutcracker run (I'll be out of town next week and miss most of the R&amp;Js). So against my better judgement I've decided to go for one more and give that Kent/Saveliev/Radetsky cast a chance! \nbeck hen and faux pas - it was great to meet you, I'll look for you next time! "
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