One of the great 19th century ballet classicsLe Corsairewill make its SA premiere on July 19 at the Joburg Theatre.
Join Tanja Bencun as she spends time with dancers, coaches and choreographers on what goes on behind the scenes of a first class ballet production.
Dancers start preparing months in advance
Ballet mistress Angela Malan shares her staging journey
Excitment intensifies as Le Corsaire approaches
The first SA production ofLe Corsaireis being staged by acclaimed principal dancer and ballet coach Angela Malan, who is excited at the opportunity to showcase her skills and this ballet to South African auidences. “South African dancers and audiences have still to experience the glories of many ballet classics that are virtually unknown here.Le Corsaireis one of them and staging the ballet is acareer highlight for me, the opportunity to bring to life a ballet masterpiece never seen inSouth Africa.I am hoping to giveSouth AfricaaLe Corsairethat willbe unique while remaining respectful of the ballet’s rich traditions. I know audiences will be dazzled by the classical jewels inLe Corsaire.”Watch the balletat the Joburg Theatre from 19 to 29 July, 2012.
– By Tanja Bencun
