HOLLAND FESTIVAL
Dates
10-27 Jun 2023
Location
Dutch National Opera & Ballet, Main Stage
Running time
1:50, incl. 1 interval
Tickets
From €15

Ode to an international master choreographer
If there is one choreographer who has influenced and steered the development of contemporary dance, it has to be William Forsythe. He completely overturned the traditional logic and dynamic of ballet. Dutch National Ballet is extremely proud to present its first complete programme of three of his masterpieces: The Vertiginous Thrill of Exactitude, Pas/Parts 2018 and the Dutch premiere of the internationally acclaimed Blake Works I.
Photo: Marta Syrko
Credits
The Vertiginous Thrill of Exactitude
Choreography William Forsythe
Music Franz Schubert
Pas/Parts 2018
Choreography William Forsythe
Music Thom Willems
Blake Works l (Dutch premiere)
Choreography William Forsythe
Music James Blake
Musical accompaniment Dutch National Ballet Orchestra conducted by Matthew Rowe
Part of Holland Festival
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Five reasons to look forward to Forsythe

Dutch National Ballet Orchestra
Dutch Ballet Orchestra’s mission is ‘to inspire movement in dance’. Since its inception in 1965, the orchestra has been the proud musical partner of Dutch National Ballet and Nederlands Dans Theater. In every performance, the orchestra searches for inspiring synergy between music and dance, in order to give the audience a magical experience.
Introduction
Almost every performance at Dutch National Opera & Ballet is preceded by an introduction, with background information that can deepen your theatre visit. The introductions are in Dutch and admission is free by showing a valid ticket.
Introduction Forsythe by: Lin van Ellinckhuijsen
Time: 45 minutes before the start of each performance
Location: 2nd balcony

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