National Ballet of Canada - Nijinsky
A triumph of dramatic intensity... the National Ballet rises to the challenge of presenting John Neumeier's Nijinsky, a spectacular, sprawling, surreal and often mind-bending homage to ballet's most legendary male dancer.
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Why see National Ballet of Canada - Nijinsky?
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From one ballet master to another - this triumphant celebration of Vaslav Nijinsky is the creation of John Neumeier, whose dedication to the man and his life is evident in his involvement in every aspect of this touching and insightful production.
A bright light of ballet in the first half of the 20th century, Russian Vaslav Nijinksy was clearly destined to be a star. After joining the Imperial Ballet School at 9 years old he went on to become one of the world's most groundbreaking male dancers, shattering expectations with his technique and virtuosity. Neumiere combines biography with memory-ballet in this beautiful tribute that also sheds a light on Nijinksy's stormy personal life, house arrest and eventual downfall into madness.
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Jennifer
A Remarkable Work
Last night was absolutely amazing. If you have a chance to see National Ballet of
Canada's performance of Nijinsky take it. The performance was magical and moving. It
shows Neumiere's abiding respect and admiration for the madness of genius. A work
not to missed.
It'd be a great date night. You could bookend it with dinner at Harris's and drinks at
Charmaine's Rooftop bar after.
I was in the Grand Tier Seat C 28 on the aisle. I'm tall so the aisle seats help quite a bit.
It was the PERFECT seat. The view was unobstructed and allowed me to immerse myself
in the performance.
The show says that it deals with mature content and, while that's true, I've seen some
ads for alcohol that were much more salacious as I'm driving down the freeway. Take
your kids. Take your mother. It's an experience they will never forget. There's nothing
untoward about it. It's depiction of the ravages of WWI were moving and well done. I
really don't know why they list a disclaimer. ... Read more
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