Traditional ballets are usually performed by exquisite ballerinas who twist and twirl to classical compositions. Through artistry, elegance and technical prowess, dancers share the magic of a story that has been passed down generations. While all this is still true for ‘We Call It Ballet’ in Amsterdam, this unique spectacle takes the tale of Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty to the next level, as every move on stage is illuminated by the ballerinas’ gorgeous glow-in-the-dark costumes.
On selected dates over the coming months, KIT – Royal Tropical Institute will be hosting this series of glimmering dance shows. Tickets are on sale now but tickets are limited, so make sure you get yours today!
What is ‘We Call It Ballet’?
Essentially, ‘We Call It Ballet’ is a unique fusion of dance, lights and music. Fantastical words from a fairy tale book are transferred straight to the stage, allowing romance, magic and a cursed kingdom to shine brighter than ever. But, how? Well, the famous tale of the sleeping princess is reimagined in sparkling splendour when the ballerinas’ costumes light up the space around you.
Ballet, its storytelling and the show
Ballet is a type of dance that was born during the Italian Renaissance, but to limit the art form to just leaps and twists is to misunderstand the magic of it all. Ballet tells a story. It conveys feelings and expresses ideas through the raw talent and grace of the ballerinas on stage. These dancers have spent years mastering their craft, perfecting their pirouettes and fine-tuning their pliés to impart the true essence of the fairy tale to their audience.
At ‘We Call It Ballet’, love, joy, envy and more are expressed with each and every ballet move, but that’s not the only element of storytelling at this one-of-a-kind show. Not only will a narrator be guiding audiences along the way, but the costumes themselves will change color to reflect the tone of each scene. It’s truly a sight to behold, especially when a kaleidoscope of colours casts its glow on everything around you.
From the creators of the fiery ‘We Call It Tango’ show comes this enchanting ballet spectacle that takes Sleeping Beauty for a luminous spin. Each show lasts approximately 60 minutes and doors open 30 minutes prior to the concert start time. Tickets are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis in each zone and late entry is not permitted.