Romeo and Juliet

Sobre el espectáculo

The legend of the martyred lovers of Verona, immortalised by Shakespeare in the 16th century, is revisited for the Paris Opera Ballet by one of the key figures of contemporary dance, Sasha Waltz.

Won over by the powerfully sombre romanticism of Berlioz’s dramatic symphony, the choreographer draws inspiration from the score to combine music, song and dance on the stage. She distances herself from all forms of narration to evoke the emotion inherent in this tragic love story. The ballet becomes timeless and explores the relationship between love and death, and the obstacles which, even today, continue to separate those who love each other.

Nimble, elegant gestures accompany the fire and passion of the young lovers to their final resting place.

Hector Berlioz,    Music
Sasha Waltz,    Choreography (Opéra national de Paris, 2007)
Pia Maier‐Schriever, Thomas Schenk and Sasha Waltz,    Sets
Bernd Skodzig,    Costumes
David Finn,    Lighting

Etoiles, Premiers Danseurs and Corps de Ballet
Paris Opera Orchestra
Vello Pähn, Conductor
Patrick Marie Aubert, Chorus master

Stéphanie D’Oustrac Mezzo‐soprano
Yann Beuron, Tenor
Nicolas Cavallier, Bass