Iets op Bach

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Event Iets op Bach
Venue The Opera House (1977-), Te Aro, Wellington, New Zealand
Umbrella Event New Zealand Festival 2000
First Date 3 March 2000
Opening Date 3 March 2000
Last Date 5 March 2000
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere No
Description Alain Platel's world is inhabited by misfits, outcasts and extraordinary characters. His style of dance theatre explodes convention - even the world 'Ballet' is an irony - it comments on contemporary life and speaks direct to the heart. In contrast to the apparently chaotic lives of Platel's memorable cast of dancers, actors, fairground artists and children, Bach's music, performed live by Roel Dieltiens' twe;ve strong baroque music ensemble, is all harmony and reason. But in this show where contrasts are embraced and extremes connected, the match is perfect and surprising. Iets op Bach is a slice of life in the raw - a bold and inspiring work of art. Its images are sometimes uncomfortable, at other times achingly beautiful. You cannot fail to be moved.
Description Source Programme
Primary Genre Dance
Secondary Genre Ballet
Dance Theatre
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Contributors
Name Function Notes
Johann Sebastian Bach Composer
Alain Platel Director
Roel Dieltiens Musical Director
Text Nationality Belgium
Production Nationality Belgium
Event Status Completed
Data Source
Source Description
Programme New Zealand Festival 2000 programme
Data Set AusStage
Event Identifier 157563