Angelin Preljocaj is a renowned French dancer and choreographer of contemporary dance. Born on January 19, 1957, in Sucy-en-Brie, France, he has made significant contributions to the world of dance.
Preljocaj’s choreographic work is a unique blend of classical ballet and contemporary influence. In the early 1990s, he joined the repertoire of the Ballet de l’Opéra national de Paris, showcasing his talent and creativity. As a choreographer, he received the prestigious Prix Benois de la Danse in 1995, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the field.
In December 1984, Preljocaj founded his own ballet company, which later became known as Ballet Preljocaj. The company found its permanent home at Pavillon Noir of Aix-en-Provence in 1996, where it continues to flourish.
Throughout his career, Angelin Preljocaj has created numerous compelling works, captivating audiences with his innovative and thought-provoking choreography. His artistic vision has made a significant impact on the contemporary dance landscape, and his contributions are truly noteworthy.
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How does the Annunciation, that key moment which underpins a whole religion, resonate in us, what does it awaken? While so many painters over the past 2000 years have sought time and again to understand the flurry of contradictory symbols, which in effect is what the Annunciation is, it comes as something of a surprise…
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Snow White is a great romantic contemporary ballet, based on the Grimm brothers’ version of the fairytale. Angelin Preljocaj is working with all 26 dancers of the company on the most beautiful scores of Gustav Mahler’s symphonies. The costumes are designed by Jean Paul Gaultier, and the set by Thierry Leproust. I was very keen…
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MC 14/22 “Ceci est mon corps” is a meeting of the spiritual and the carnal, drawing on St Mark’s version of the Last Supper in the Bible: “Take, eat: this is my body”. Created for twelve male dancers – Preljocaj’s Apostles of Movement’ – and with soundscapes by Tedd Zahmal, this powerfully sensual and passionate…
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Angelin Preljocaj continues his storytelling exploration by staging a traditional Asian tale. In a refined scenography, Preljocaj offers an explosive and hypnotic choreography in which the imagination soars. The ballet will take you on a journey between the imaginary and the real. Explore impressive, symmetrical and quirky choreography under the electronic music of Nicolas Godin…
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Originally created for the Ballet de l’Opéra de Paris and performed for the first time at the Palais Garnier on 9 April 1994, Angelin Preljoçaj’s highly personal contemplation on the nature of love now comes to the stage of the Teatro Costanzi, the Rome Opera House. Using Choderlos de Laclos’ 1782 novel, Les Liaisons Dangereuses,…
