Since the Italian Renaissance, ballet has occupied a privileged place in the world of performing arts. With “We call it Ballet” in Vienna, this art form, which impresses with its beauty, skill and technical mastery, is interpreted in a completely new way. In an homage to Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty”, the audience can expect not only impressive pirouettes, pliés and glissades, but also an unforgettable light show in sparkling LED costumes.
At Das MuTh, you can now experience one of the world’s most popular ballet works in new splendor. There is good reason to be happy, as additional shows have now been announced for Vienna, but beware: places are limited. So get your ticket quickly if you don’t want to miss out on this event full of magic and enchantment in the dark.
What is “We call it Ballet”?
It is a new experience in the city that combines dance performance and light show in a shortened version of Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty” to pay a special tribute to the traditional ballet. With colored LED lights on the dancers’ costumes, “We call it Ballet” adds a dynamic touch to the dramatic scenes and complex choreography. A combination of tradition and innovation that will delight young and old alike!
The ballet, its history and the show
Since its premiere in Moscow in 1890, Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty” has been performed in theaters and ballet houses all over the world. This time, the story of Princess Aurora, a curse and the kiss of true love is performed in Vienna with graceful dances and bright tutus that change color depending on the mood of the individual scenes. A unique experience that you shouldn’t miss!
The show takes place at Das MuTh. Admission begins 30 minutes before the start of the event and places within the individual categories are allocated freely, so it’s worth coming early.