“Carmen” by the State Theatre  Balleto di Milano – Chania 16th July

The Balletto di Milano comes to Chania for the first time with the iconic “Carmen”!

The renowned State Theatre  Balleto di Milano, one of Italy’s leading ballet companies, presents the timeless story of “Carmen”, in a new original approach to the work of Prosper Mérimée, known mainly from the homonymous opera by Georges Bizet.

WHEN: 16th July at 21.30
WHERE: East Moat Theatre (ΘΕΑΤΡΟ ΑΝΑΤΟΛΙΚΗΣ ΤΑΦΡΟΥ), Chania
Tickets:
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Duration: about 90’
Break: 15’

The ballet tells the timeless, tragic story of the fiercely independent gypsy, Carmen, and her intense love triangle. She captures the heart of the soldier Don José, but eventually leaves him for the young bullfighter Escamillo. Driven by destructive jealousy and a clash over Carmen’s unyielding desire for freedom, the plot moves inevitably toward her heartbreaking downfall.
The Balletto di Milano, whose dancers come from the legendary La Scala Academy , is often referred to as the ambassador of Italian ballet and captivates audiences around the world with its artistry and elegance. It has toured successfully throughout Italy and has performed on top stages in the USA, the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Spain, Germany, Cyprus and more.
Since 1998, the troupe has been directed by the renowned choreographer Carlo Pesta , Knight of the Order of the Italian Republic.
Carlo Pesta studied dance at the Teatro alla Scala School in Milan and at the Moscow Dance School and was a soloist with the La Scala Ballet for many years. Thanks to him, the dancers of the Balletto di Milano reached the highest level of technical perfection.
The style of Balletto di Milano is neoclassicism, enriched with new and unexpected movements of contemporary choreography. The classical basis is maintained, as is the lightness and airy quality of the dancers, the precision of each phrase and the technical perfection.
The performance of Carmen has been considered one of the most original works, with all performances being sold out.
The work’s bold and expressive choreography transcends traditional perception, while the intense lighting and sets give a touch of theatricality that makes the work special.

An immortal story that continues to evoke deep emotions.
A ballet about passionate love.
Work based on the story of the same name by Prosper Mérimée

Music: Georges Bizet
Choreography: Agnese Omodei Sale & Federico Veratti
Set design: Marco Pesta
Artistic Direction: Carlo Pesta

Source: chania-culture.gr