"Vitesse", journey with speed, three lively contemporary ballets. Forgotten Land: somber requiem with choreography inspired by Munch's portrayal of love - 'The Dance of Life'; a well delivered technical work lacking an emotional basis. A TAB staple, Forsythe's mix of exaggeration and moderation in Somewhat Elevated is expertly accomplished. Read TGV for DGV, this celebration of travel has its moments and a few detours. A programme true to its theme but not quite a grande vitesse.
The Australian Ballet
Saturday 19th March 2016; Arts Centre Melbourne.
Forgotten Land
Choreography: Jirí Kylian
Music: Benjamin Britten (Sinfonia da Requiem)
In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated
Choreography: William Forsythe
Music: Thom Willems
DGV: Danse À Grande Vitesse
Choreography: Christopher Wheeldon
Music: Michael Nyman (MGV: Musique à grande vitesse)
