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Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and Royal Ballet principals as they discuss the storyline, characters, and choreographer for their production of The Winter's Tale.
The Winter's Tale: Introduction
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Taming of the Shrew
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Subscribe NowAlthough largely humorous with a healthy sense of irony, the ballet tackles a fundamentally serious theme: the search for one’s better half. In a world where authenticity is eroded by convention, finding the perfect partner is no small feat, and Shakespeare’s play remains as relevant as ever. Rejecting male dominance within the couple unit, Jean-Christophe Maillot chose to focus on what’s vital in a romantic relationship.
Cast & Crew
(Director), (Composer), (Conductor), Ksenia Abbazova, Portia Adams, Chelsea Adomaitis, Taisha Barton-Rowledge, Anissa Bruley, Candela Ebbesen, (Writer)