Choreographer

A modern take on the story of Snow White, replete with all well-known characters — the miners, the wicked stepmother, the witch, and of course the prince — with a decidedly more gripping, psychological, creative approach.

From this classic fairy tale inspired by the Brothers’ Grimm, French choreographer Angelin Preljocaj has crafted a visually stunning contemporary ballet. With its aerial scenes, mature narrative and edgy costumes by Jean Paul Gaultier, this show is far from a children’s story.

Snow White Ottawa Tour

National Arts Centre

Experience the Canadian première of this mature twist on the original Brothers’ Grimm story of Snow White. Step into an enchanted narrative filled with strong, contemporary movement and characters magnificently costumed by Jean Paul Gaultier. The narcissistic, seductive Queen seeks power in her beauty and will stop at nothing to hold on to that influence – even at the expense of her ingenue daughter-in-law Snow White. Set to Gustav Mahler’s symphonies, Snow White’s journey through the stages of her life mirrors the music’s evolution from optimism to depravity and finally to triumph.

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Snow White

Centennial Concert Hall

Contemporary dance superstar Angelin Preljocaj tackles the Mount Everest of the ballet world with his new take on Swan Lake.

Combining Tchaikovsky’s musical masterpiece with contemporary arrangements, he reinvents the timeless tale of love, betrayal, seduction, and remorse into a contemporary ecological tragedy. The evil sorcerer von Rothbart is portrayed as an industrialist who wants to exploit fossil fuels against a backdrop of unbridled capitalism, while Siegfried and Odette are the two eco-conscious heroes who try to thwart his plans.

Ballet Preljocaj - Swan Lake

Detroit Opera House

Combining Tchaikovsky’s musical masterpiece with contemporary arrangements, he reinvents the timeless tale of love, betrayal, seduction, and remorse into a contemporary ecological tragedy. The evil sorcerer von Rothbart is portrayed as an industrialist who wants to exploit fossil fuels against a backdrop of unbridled capitalism, while Siegfried and Odette are the two eco-conscious heroes who try to thwart his plans.

Angelin Preljocaj

Choreographer

Events

11 - 13 Apr, 2024

Snow White Ottawa Tour · Royal Winnipeg Ballet

Sep 28 - Oct 1, 2023

Snow White · Royal Winnipeg Ballet

17 - 19 Feb, 2023

Ballet Preljocaj - Swan Lake · Detroit Opera

17 - 19 Feb, 2023

Ballet Preljocaj: Swan Lake · University Musical Society

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