The performance of “The Rite of Spring/Common Ground[s]” at the Park Avenue Armory in Manhattan is captivating audiences with its unique blend of dance, music, and storytelling. The show, developed by choreographer Pina Bausch, features a powerful and intense display of emotion as the dancers grapple with the concept of mortality.
Bausch’s “Rite,” set to Igor Stravinsky’s iconic score, poses a haunting question to the performers: “How would you dance, if you knew you were going to die?” This existential theme permeates the performance, as the dancers move in mass formations, their bodies covered in peat that symbolizes the earth and the inevitability of death.
The show’s historical significance dates back to its original premiere in 1913, when Stravinsky’s avant-garde music and Vaslav Nijinsky’s radical choreography caused a riot at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris. The groundbreaking nature of the performance solidified its place in history as a pivotal moment in the development of modern dance and music.
Now, over a century later, Bausch’s interpretation of “The Rite of Spring” continues to resonate with audiences, offering a visceral and profound exploration of the human experience. The performance runs through December 14th, providing an opportunity for audiences to witness this timeless and evocative work of art.
For more information and tickets, visit armoryonpark.org.
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