Moments with Marianela

A photographic celebration of international ballet superstar Marianela Nuñez, published in association with The Royal Ballet.

Marianela Nuñez is an international ballet superstar. The Argentine-born Principal dancer of the Royal Ballet is lauded for her dazzling classical technique, lustrous artistry and charisma. When Marianela met photographer Maria-Helena Buckley, something clicked: in the snap of a camera and a connection of minds, they embarked on a ballet voyage together.

This stunning book is a unique combination of photography and of dance. Buckley’s images capture the unique qualities of ballet that Nuñez so radiantly embodies.

Intimate photo-portrait of one of ballet’s biggest superstars at the peak of her career
Atmospheric photographs captured over the past 5 years by Maria-Helena Buckley focus on rehearsals and backstage moments
Marianela and Maria-Helena reveal their thoughts, emotions and insights about ballet in conversation with Rachel Hollings