The premiere of ballet performance Mata Haric is about to start. In the foyer of the Stopera I admire the elegantly dressed people. One lady in particular catches my eye, and I step up to her to say that I think her dress is so beautiful. Surprised, she thanks me.
Just before the start of the performance, the Alexandra Radius Prize is awarded, a special dance award. I see a radiant apparition walking up the stage – and realize that I have addressed dancer Floor Eimers on her clothes, instead of her dance talent that has just been awarded.
A version of this article also appeared in NRC in the morning of October 21, 2021
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