Classical ballet in its purest form meets technology in its most modern form: “We Call It Ballet” brings Tchaikovsky’s dreamlike “Sleeping Beauty” to Munich with an LED light sensation. A wave of grace, gracefulness and precision will reach the city this November and take it by storm!
A new interpretation of the fairytale classic will fill St. Matthew’s Church with its magic. In a spiritual atmosphere, the ballet unfolds its expressive power to tell the story of a kiss that overcomes every curse. Talented ballerinas present the most graceful of art forms, while countless sparkling lights adorn their costumes and transform their dance into a living poetry.
What is “We Call It Ballet”?
A show that is based on traditional foundations and at the same time combines them with contemporary modernity: “We Call It Ballet” transports the audience into the magical world of ballet, where the highest discipline meets fairytale charm and the latest technology. Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty” shines in breathtaking visual splendor and tells of a love in the dark, whose kiss lights up the hall.
The ballet, its narrative and the show
This art form owes its origins to the French and Italian courts of the 15th century. The nobility promoted classical dance for their entertainment, which led to the emergence of court ballet. Ballet experienced its heyday in the Romantic era, when people expressed deep emotions, escaped reality and held art in high esteem.
Today’s renowned dance is celebrated on the world’s most exquisite stages and has inspired numerous films and musical compositions. “We Call It Ballet” pays tribute to its beauty with a breathtaking show that enriches the ballet with enchanting melodies and a narrator who adds a deeper dimension to the story.
