Ming-Che Lee. Don Quixote

The Berne Ballet, under the artistic direction of Taiwanese choreographer Po-Chen Tsai, masterfully

reinterprets the timeless classic "Don Quixote" in a whirlwind of thrilling movements and emotionally

stirring moments at the Théâtre de la Gare du Midi Theater in Biarritz. This performance transcends time and space, inviting viewers to plunge into the very heart of the bizarre and exciting world of knight errant. At the heart of this captivating performance is the symbolic figure of Don Quixote, whose heroic aspirations and dreams of an impossible love are brought to life. Thanks to smooth movements and highly expressive gestures, the ballet dancers bring this complex character to life, conveying both his indomitable bravery and his emotional fragility. The ballet reveals the subtlest nuances of the human soul, skillfully balancing between humor and pathos, cheerfulness and melancholy.

IN THE PROGRAM:

Ming-Che Lee. Don Quixote.

PERFORMERS:

Bernese Ballet dancers,

Po-Chen Tsai, choreographer.

Théâtre de la Gare du Midi, Biarritz, 2024