"Classical with a modern twist, and American in its freshness in relation to structuring and execution, it really was a breath of fresh air. White and (strong) pastels defined an invigorated palette, and the dancing by the 1st year Upper School students was both athletic and capricious."
– Matthew Paluch, Broadway World July 14, 2025
"Sweet Morning Blooms, choreographed by Jessica Lang, is a soft, gentle, classical piece. Creating a new classical work is challenging, but Lang managed it with consummate skill and a romantic fluidity that was a joy to watch. You can see why the American choreographer is in such demand. The Upper School 1st Years brought her creation to life, hopefully establishing its place in the repertoire for future Royal Ballet School performances."
- Nicola Claire, Seeing Dance, July 14, 2025
"Sweet Morning Blooms, created by American choreographer Jessica Lang on the upper school’s first-year students, is an attractive neo-classical piece set to music by Joseph Haydn... Costumed completely in white, save for the men’s unitards each having one leg dip-dyed a pastel shade, the ensemble moved through supportive, floor-based partner-work, seemingly sprouting strength as stems before coming into bud. Flowing movement then progressed as they blossomed and bloomed, ultimately becoming one exquisite bouquet."
- Georgina Butler, Gramilano July 15, 2025
"Of the professional choreographic work I greatly liked Sweet Morning Blossoms for the Upper School 1st Years, by the always-interesting Jessica Lang. This piece gave the young performers some real dancing to do, and they rose to the challenge with flair..."
- Amanda Jennings, Bachtrack June 25, 2025
"The highlight of the evening was Sweet Morning Blooms, choreographed by Jessica Lang and performed by the First Year class of the Upper School. The work beautifully captured the carefree joy of frolicking through a field of white blossoms with a friend. Lang used the ensemble with finesse, crafting group formations that echoed the delicate unfolding of petals."
- Annie Yezhoua , A Young(ish) Perspective, June 27, 2025
"Sweet Morning Blooms by the American choreographer Jessica Lang was a dreamy white work set to music by Haydn. Its classical movement was infused with contemporary twists; it allowed for flowing ensemble work and individual prowess."
- Teresa Guerreiro, Ballet Position, July 14, 2025
