The Sleeping Beauty choreography fetches inspiration from Charles Perrault's novel, La Belle au Bois dormant. The book is written around the theme of good and evil, and it is from this that the choreography establishes moves and play roles. Over the years, variations on the work of art have resulted in the incorporation of different aspects of the original work by Marius Petipa. Performances and intended message integrity have been a vital feature of this works, and it is critical to admit that changes can be made to work, but only to vide artists who have such commendable artistic intuitions. Nonetheless, the Sleeping Beauty still thrives over a century since its conception
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Historical References
- Performance
- Origination and Notability
- Variations
- Originality
- Restaging Important Pieces of Work
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay provides a detailed examination of the Sleeping Beauty choreography, created by Marius Petipa and premiered in 1890. It explores the history of the choreography, its various performances, key themes, and the significance of both maintaining and adapting the original work.
- The historical background and evolution of the Sleeping Beauty choreography.
- The impact of the choreography on different cultures and its enduring appeal.
- The importance of maintaining the integrity of the original work versus adapting it to contemporary audiences.
- The role of restaging in breathing new life into classic works of art.
- The themes of good versus evil and the artistic representation of these forces in the choreography.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the concept of choreography and its relationship to music. It outlines the purpose of the essay, which is to delve into the Sleeping Beauty choreography, exploring its history, performance, and themes.
- Historical References: This section provides a brief history of the Sleeping Beauty choreography, tracing its origins to Marius Petipa and its premiere at the Imperial Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg.
- Performance: This chapter discusses the various performances of the Sleeping Beauty choreography, highlighting its popularity across Europe and the United States. It also mentions significant performances that have taken place over the years.
- Origination and Notability: This section explores the inspiration behind the choreography, which draws from the German romance novel Undine and the French novella, La Belle au Bois Dormant. It emphasizes the themes of good versus evil, represented by the Lilac Fairy and Carabosse, respectively, and how these themes are reflected in the dance movements.
- Variations: This chapter discusses the variations in the Sleeping Beauty choreography that have occurred over time. It examines the changes in stage sets, costumes, music, and interpretation, while emphasizing the enduring themes and character roles.
- Originality: This chapter explores the debate surrounding the importance of maintaining originality in art. It examines the arguments for and against retaining the original choreography, considering the impact of changing trends and audiences.
- Restaging Important Pieces of Work: This section explores the concept of restaging classic works of art, examining the potential for both success and failure. It highlights the significance of professional experience and artistic intuition in ensuring the success of a restaging.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key concepts and themes explored in this essay include: Sleeping Beauty, choreography, ballet, Marius Petipa, Charles Perrault, good versus evil, originality, adaptation, restaging, artistic integrity, historical context, cultural influence, performance, and audience engagement.
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- Dr. Amos Wesonga (Author), 2017, The Sleeping Beauty: Ballet Choreography, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/439530
