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A Tapestry of Emotion and Grace: Royal Danish Ballet's 2024-2025 Season

Prepare to be whisked away into a world where grace, emotion, and storytelling intertwine in the Royal Danish Ballet's captivating 2024-2025 season. From the innovative choreography of 'Koreorama No. 2' to the enchanting retelling of 'The Nutcracker' and the timeless elegance of 'The Sleeping Beauty,' this season promises to immerse audiences in a spectacular array of dance. As the company revisits classic narratives and explores fresh interpretations, their performances highlight the unmatched talent and creativity of both dancers and choreographers.

Nov 29, 2024

1. Koreorama No. 2

For the second time, the Royal Danish Ballet invites the audience to the Old Stage to experience three brand new choreographic works created by the theater's own strong choreographic talents. Koreorama no. 01 attracted thousands of guests last season and received praise from both audiences and critics. We are now continuing the success with Koreorama no. 02.

Oct 19, 2024 - Mar 6, 2025

Royal Danish Ballet

The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage

2. George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker (2024)

George Balanchine's version is crafted for children, yet its elegant and classical choreography also captivates an adult audience.

Nov 23 - Dec 22, 2024

Royal Danish Ballet

The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage

3. George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker - tour performence

29 - 30 Dec, 2024

Royal Danish Ballet

Aarhus · Musikhuset Aarhus

4. The Sleeping Beauty

The story of The Sleeping Beauty, over 300 years old, is anything but dormant. It thrives vibrantly, and in Christopher Wheeldon's ballet version, the fairytale element is amplified to its fullest.

Jan 25 - Mar 22, 2025

Royal Danish Ballet

Copenhagen · Copenhagen Opera House

5. Ballet de Luxe

This season, Ballet de Luxe showcases three of Bournonville's most famous divertissements, two grand classical pas de deux, innovative dance and one of Danish ballet's most iconic works.

Feb 4 - Mar 2, 2025

Royal Danish Ballet

Ålborghallen + 5 other locations

6. Too Loud, Too Wild and Too Much!

Thomas Korsgaard's children's ballet, Too Loud, Too Wild and Too Much! is an ode to the arts. It's a declaration of love for the worlds of dance, music and song, and to the dedicated beings who inhabit them.

7 - 23 Feb, 2025

Royal Danish Ballet

The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage

7. Don Quixote

Don Quixote stands as one of the great, undying classics in ballet history. It portrays the unmatched duo of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, crusading for pure love and true justice.

Mar 15 - Apr 11, 2025

Royal Danish Ballet

The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage

8. The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby, a masterpiece of world literature, celebrates its centennial with a brand-new ballet that unravels the captivating tale of the enigmatic millionaire Jay Gatsby.

3 - 31 May, 2025

Royal Danish Ballet

Copenhagen · Copenhagen Opera House

9. Ballet de Luxe

This season, Ballet de Luxe showcases three of Bournonville's most famous divertissements, two grand classical pas de deux, innovative dance and one of Danish ballet's most iconic works.

11 - 27 May, 2025

Royal Danish Ballet

The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage

Conclusion

The Royal Danish Ballet's 2024-2025 season is a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation, offering audiences a rich tapestry of performances that celebrate the art of ballet. Each production, from the joyfully inventive 'Koreorama No. 2' to the timeless elegance of 'The Sleeping Beauty,' promises to enchant, inspire, and captivate. As the curtain rises on this vibrant season, audiences will find themselves immersed in a world where dance becomes a powerful form of storytelling, keeping the magic of ballet alive for generations to come.

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