Premiere in the Semperoper: Dance evening Vice Versa inspires audience!
Premiere in the Semperoper: Dance evening Vice Versa inspires audience!
The Semper Oper in Dresden staged a special dance evening entitled "Vice Versa" on June 29, 2025. This premiere not only marks an artistic enrichment, but is also part of the 200th anniversary of the Semperoper Ballet. Under the moving sounds of Arvo Pärt and the musical support of Miriam Andersén and the state chapel under the direction of Charlotte Politi, "Vice Versa" offers a unique evening that captivates the audience. In this production, two striking works can be experienced: "November" by the siblings Imre and Marne van Opstal and "Noetic" by the renowned choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui.
Both pieces reflect the versatility and depth of contemporary dance. The first part, "November", presents itself with an impressive, dazzling film and flexible black polycarbonate sticks that merge into an atmospheric picture. The dancers: inside hatch into skin -colored jerseys and move to calm sounds that create a melancholic mood. A Pas de Deux between James Kirby Rogers and Nastazia Philippou is an emotional highlight and gives the evening a special touch. The German stage emphasizes that this choreography not only focuses on the dark tristle of autumn, but also elegantly combines the classic and modern elements of dance.
artistic fusion
In contrast to this, Cherkaouis "Noetic", which illuminates the relationship between mathematical natural phenomena and movement. The dancers: dressed in shiny black costumes, interact in a fascinating way with long black rods that become oversized, shaky elements. This representation not only symbolizes a game with gravity, but also the search for a deeper understanding of shape and space. Semperoper emphasizes that Cherkaoui, an established artist of the dance scene, creates an outstanding, multifacet experience with "Noetic".It is an exciting year for the Semperoper, where the 200th anniversary of the ballet is celebrated. In April, new works have already been presented in the "Tag Team" premiere. Several contemporary choreographer: Inside, their traces in the rich tradition of the house leave. They stand for a new wind that blows through the venerable halls and always inspires the audience.
Dresden as dance city
But not only the Semperoper shapes the dance landscape in Dresden. The city itself is a center for dance and performance. A creative and lively program is offered annually with events such as the “Long Night of Theater” in April or the celebrations for 100 years of Palucca for dance. Dresden Elbland offers numerous performances and highlights, which positions itself as a real dance city. The diversity of the performing arts helps the city to be a real attraction for lovers: inside of culture and dance.
Overall, the productions as part of the “Vice Versa” evening show how dynamic and diverse contemporary dance can be designed. With the successful combination of classic and modern dance, the Semper Opera in Dresden continues to draw all the registers and proves a good knack in the artistic design and selection of its programs.
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