March 8, 2010 – It could be a famous international work, but no: Gradimir Pankov’s favourites are simply the very best performances of the Grands Ballets Canadiens over the last ten years, during his tenure as the company’s Artistic Director. Ten years of passion, vision, daring and brimming enthusiasm have been punctuated by dazzling performances, each successively moving, thrilling, captivating and resolutely contemporary. Over the seasons, Montrealers have been privy to spectacular shows, from narratives to abstract to classical ballet, to the talent of dancers from all over the world and to the beauty of direction, costumes and scenery that have established the company’s international reputation.
Although the season started last fall, there is still time to see two great shows. In March, an evening of Kylián – an essential figure of the modern dance world– will delight audiences once again in the Théâtre Maisonneuve with his three-act performance that features his exceptional work: Symphony of Psalms, set to the music of Stravinsky, Bella Figura and lastly, Six Dances, bewigged entertainment filled with self-mockery. And finally, none other than the famous Israeli choreographer Ohad Naharin presenting his 7-part anthology, Minus One, will close this anniversary season.
Pre-show talks will be held before each performance and will feature dancers, choreographers and musicians. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to get a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes!
Kylián Evening
Minus One
