In conversation with: Victor Caixeta, ballet soloist

#in_conversation​ #Mariinsky_interview #Mariinsky_international We know what these people do on stage and sometimes hear their occasional comments on this or that particular project. Now it’s time to shift the focus to them! We’re inviting them to a conversation at , giving you the opportunity to get closer to those who day after day create the theatrical miracle. We are delighted to introduce you to the Mariinsky soloist Victor Caixeta, in the second episode of our series. Victor talked to us about Brazil, his beautiful homeland, and his way to the Mariinsky. He remembers rehearsals under the legendary Mariinsky coach and repetiteur Gennady Selyutsky, speaks about his expanding repertoire and love for Petersburg. 00:00 Intro 01:38 First steps in ballet 03:53 One in a life chance 06:21 Now in the Mariinsky 09:34 Stage, teachers, repertoire 10:53 Old and new home 11:30 “Coulnd’t not learn Russian“ 12:38 What I show to my guests i