We sat down with one of Varna Ballet’s soloists, Vittorio Scole, ahead of his visit to Norwich Theatre Royal between 17 – 19 Feb about keeping fit, performing and sampling a taste of Britain.
Where did you train as a dancer?
I received my ballet education at the famous Vaganova Academy in St. Petersburg, where many famous dancers, such as Rudolf Nureyev and Mikhail Baryshnikov, graduated. I am grateful to the Varna International Ballet and its excellent ballet masters to work with us. They themselves were excellent artists in the past.
Have you visited the UK before? What do you enjoy most about touring here?
I’ve had a good opportunity to perform for the British audience and I’ve always been amazed at how the audience reacts.
How do you keep fit and healthy on tour?
It is extremely important to have a good rest and relax when you can. We try to walk around each city because each of them has an amazing history. The tour schedule permitting, we like to go and taste local cuisine and unique British beer.
How do you relax when you’re not working?
We are lucky in the home city of Varna where you can find the best sea resorts in Bulgaria. Swimming gives us the best anti-stress therapy!
Apart from ballet, what is your favourite dance style?
I periodically fall in love with different ballet styles because each has its own special energy. Now, I am interested in hip-hop, which is evolving in an extraordinary way.
Varna Ballet is at Norwich Theatre Royal between 17 – 19 Feb. For more information or to book, visit norwichtheatre.org or call the Box Office on 01603 630 000.
