THE ICE 2009

Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

http://headlines.yahoo.co.jp/hl?a=20090725-00000078-jij-spo

Quote :: Mao Asada, one of favourites for gold at the Olympics in Vancouver, appeared in ice show in Aichi Prefecture. She demonstrated skating to Paganini's "Caprice".

Asada Mao, who held a red-pink fan in one hand and skated to a fast-paced piano piece, successfuly landed triple jumps. "In one piece of music I wanted to show the cool parts and the comical parts," said Mao. She also charmed the audience during a pair program with her older siter, Mai, and another one with former World champion Jeffrey Buttle.

Asada Mao will start her Olympic season with a showing at Trophee Eric Bompbard, the first event of the Grand Prix Series. "I will aim to avoid injury and show my best performance in every competition," said Mao.

Mao & Mai outfits for the pair program:

Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

Mao's "Caprice" dress:

It's perfect!!! Love Hearts

More photos: Mao's Caprice, Mao's & Miki's intro outfits (lovely!) and Miki:

http://www.sanspo.com/sports/images/090725/spm0907251758000-p1.jpg
http://www.sanspo.com/sports/photos/090725/spm0907251758000-p3.htm
http://www.sanspo.com/sports/photos/090725/spm0907251758000-p4.htm

Dedicated Mao Fan Posts : 1298 Join date : 2007-10-29

Now I want to see some clips soon!!!

Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

One more pic:
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Subject: Re: THE ICE 2009 Sat Jul 25, 2009 5:04 am

I found a news clip Very Happy

!! You can go check it out here: http://maoasadafanwebsite.com/news.html

Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

More news clips: Many Hearts

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOABa_sUcsU <-Mao
http://www.dailymotion.pl/user/ippanjin2008/video/x9yr8p_maonews0725_sport <- All
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKJQEKkiOWU <- Mao & Mai

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Okami wrote:: More news clips:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOABa_sUcsU <-Mao
http://www.dailymotion.pl/user/ippanjin2008/video/x9yr8p_maonews0725_sport <- All
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKJQEKkiOWU <- Mao & Mai

Thanks!!!

Subject: Re: THE ICE 2009 Sat Jul 25, 2009 6:00 am

bibi wrote:: I found a news clip !! You can go check it out here: http://maoasadafanwebsite.com/news.html

So it looks like:
Like a Star @ heaven

Mao skated to Caprice No. 24

Like a Star @ heaven

This particular Caprice also has vocals
Like a Star @ heaven

She attempted the 2A, 2T, 3F
Like a Star @ heaven

Apparently her step sequences were superb Wink

Mao's use of arms have "improved considerably"
Like a Star @ heaven

Spins are looking great, once again
(source: 2ch's Mao Asada Supporter Thread, so the information *might* be off)

Like a Star @ heaven

Kozu skated his SP, which will be Jimi Hendrix's Bold as Love. Interesting choice...
Like a Star @ heaven

Er, I skimmed through at least 7 of the latest 2ch threads pertaining to Miki, but none of them seem to mention her performing to Requiem today... (Bring in 'da Funk only?) Sweatdrop

Dedicated Mao Fan Posts : 1298 Join date : 2007-10-29

I love the Caprice costume! Wub

Mao's programs look great! Caprice looks sophisticated, fun and challenging, and "Lady Marmelade" - just adorable.

Thank you all for the links and reports! Thank you!

Subject: Re: THE ICE 2009 Sat Jul 25, 2009 6:36 am

Miki looks great! I love you

So does Mao! Her dress is gorgeous! I can't wait to see her new exhibition!

Subject: Re: THE ICE 2009 Sat Jul 25, 2009 7:25 am

thanks for all the links!!! i <33333 her caprice costume! Many Hearts

pink and black always look good on her.

do we have pics of mao and jeff? Very Happy

Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

roma wrote:: do we have pics of mao and jeff?

Not yet! According to a report I read Mao wore a costume like an Arabic dancer (one of her most beautiful dresses) and Jeff - white pants and a vest with golden elements, but I haven't seen any photos yet. I'll post the links if I find any!

Subject: Re: THE ICE 2009 Sat Jul 25, 2009 7:59 am

Did Miki say anything about her songs for the upcoming season in a press conference or something? Razz

Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

Mao & Jeff!!! Wub

(It's a photo made by a fan, so it's a bit blurry and washed out, but still, they look great. I love you

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MikiAndoFan#1 wrote:: Did Miki say anything about her songs for the upcoming season in a press conference or something?

There was only that interview that was published on FSU... I think you have read it already. I think that possibly the details of Miki's programs might be released in the documentary that will air on August 2nd. flower

(I'll keep an eye open for any info about programs, though. Smile

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Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

Mai and Takahiko have grown moustaches!!! WOW!

http://iup.2ch-library.com/i/i0003105-1248530762.jpg

ETA: Doubled links removal. Check the secret sources for more photos posted by tokitama Love Hearts

Subject: Re: THE ICE 2009 Sat Jul 25, 2009 8:20 am

oh my goodness! they both look great. =) i'll go check the secret sources now...

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Thank you kirakira, coconut, Okami, tokitama, bibi and clovera (did i miss anyone?) for the wonderful news, photos and links~ Love Hearts

You guys made my day~

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Thanks so much for the clips and pictures! I had a horrible day yesterday, but these updates have cheered me up so much. I can't wait to see the Caprice program- she looks like she's having so much fun in the clips. Lady Marmalade looks so cute, hahaha, and I can't wait to see the Jeff/Mao program! It's Aladdin, right? Aladdin + Jeff + Mao = a combination of three of my favorite things/people! I love the look on Jeff's face in that picture...he obviously adores Mao! Laugh

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Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

http://twitpic.com/bkybi <- Tanith and Ben in intro costumes, from Tanith's Twitter

zakkan wrote:: http://loda.jp/siofigure/?id=1261

Thank you, zakkan! flower

Welcome to the forum! cheers

Bellarina, I love the picture with Mao & Jeff as well. They should try competing as a dance team Laugh

With their chemistry they could totally challenge Virtue & Moir! Wink

Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

New clip with Mao and Miki!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRRW5EmDFjI
Loooove Mao's program... Wub

Miki looks great too. PML, "My coach chose the 'sexy' theme". Too sweet!

Subject: Re: THE ICE 2009 Sat Jul 25, 2009 12:41 pm

Thank you everyone for the pics and news!! Mao's new dress looks fabulous!! I've been wondering... who designs Mao's costumes? She always has the most gorgeous ones.

I can't wait for this show to be aired! I've been playing the news clip en boucle for an hour now lol!

Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

chiyori wrote:: I've been wondering... who designs Mao's costumes?

I think that since switching to Tatiana, it's TAT who has been designing most of her dresses (except for the ones she wears to programs not choreographed by Tatiana - those are probably designed by the Japanese designer whose name I forgot. Embarassed

)

To anyone who's interested: here's a list of programs that were performed at The Ice:

Kihara Ryuichi　- SPEED
Watanabe Mao　- Romeo & Juliet
Nakamura Ayane　- Sakura, Sakura
Sone Miki - The Mask of Zorro　
Suizu Rumi -　TANGHESTA
Murakami Kanako -　Hair Spray
Asada Mai　- Aranjuez [a new arrangement]
Adam Rippon - Desperado - I'm Yours
Mura Takahito - Fur Elize, Techno version
The Kerrs ー　The Boogie Bumper + Minnie The Moocher
Suzuki Akiko -　Caribe
Asada Sisters -　Lady Marmelade
Pang & Tong -　Unidentified Russian Ballad
Denis Ten - Swan Lake ->　Sing sing sing ->　In the memory of Michael Jackson
Takahiko Kozuka -　Bold as love
Belbin & Agosto -　Bleeding Love
Jeffrey Buttle -　Eclogue
Ando Miki -　Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk
Evan Lysacek - Rhapsody in Blue
Asada Mao -　Caprice

This is a list of solo performances only. There was also an opening number, group numbers & finale, including Mao & Jeff's pair program of course. Encore

I translated this from Japanese, so sorry if I made any mistakes.

Dedicated Mao Fan Posts : 1298 Join date : 2007-10-29

Okami wrote:: New clip with Mao and Miki!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRRW5EmDFjI
Loooove Mao's program...

Miki looks great too. PML, "My coach chose the 'sexy' theme".

Triple Axel Posts : 994 Join date : 2007-09-22 Age : 39

Jeff tweeted a pic of a mini-Jeff doll he received from fans:
http://twitpic.com/bkdnh
It's so cute!!! Swoon

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