The ballet program at La Scala, consisting of works by Smith/León and Lightfoot/Valastro, presents new choreographic signatures and exciting debuts.
The European premiere of “Reveal” showcases the style of Garrett Smith, a talented dancer and choreographer with a large international following. Originally created for the Houston Ballet, “Reveal” focuses on duality in various forms, revealing the hidden aspects of both sides of the coin. With explosive energy, irony and movement experimentation, this ballet is a captivating combination of contemporary choreography and classical music.
Another highlight of the program is “Skew-Whiff”, an iconic work by Sol León and Paul Lightfoot. Active since 1989 and working for the Nederlands Dans Theater, the duo have created over sixty creations. Characterized by its unique combination of contemporary choreography and musical accompaniment, “Skew-Whiff” blends explosive energy with profound symbolism.
Simone Valastro, a graduate of La Scala in Milan and former dancer at the Paris Opera, presents his new creation “Memento”. Following the success of his duo “Árbakkinn”, he will now use the potential of the ensemble at La Scala in Milan to optimally show the strength of the group and the personalities of the soloists. Valastro, who has had an impressive choreographic career in renowned ensembles, is sure to present a captivating and moving performance with his new creation.
With the diversity of choreographic styles and the talent of the dancers, the ballet program at La Scala promises to be a captivating and inspiring experience. From meditative duality to explosive energy to profound symbolism, viewers are drawn into a world of movement and emotion.
Cast and Creative Team
Garrett Smith, Sol León & Paul Lightfoot, Simone Valastro
Program
Reveal
Teatro alla Scala New Production
Choreography • Garrett Smith
Music • Philip Glass
Costumes • Monica Guerra
Lights • Michael Mazzola
Skew-Whiff
Production AT&T Danstheater, The Hague, 1996
Teatro alla Scala New Production
Choreography, Sets and Costumes • Sol León and Paul Lightfoot
Music • Gioachino Rossini
Lights • Tom Bevoort
Memento
Teatro alla Scala New Production
World Premiere
Choreography • Simone Valastro
Music • Max Richter and David Lang,
Sets and Costumes • Thomas Mika
Lights • Konstantin Binkin
Booking Process of the Music Package
Music trip to Milan with premium tickets for the ballet evening for 3 days with 2 nights in a hotel in Milan. You can select between Essential and Superior Package.
Each travel package will be composed according to your wishes. Follow the booking process:
- Select a Date
- Click on “Add to cart” and “Send Request”
- When we receive your booking request, you will get an individual offer with some hotels to choose from. Only after your selection of the services, we send you a travel contract to confirm the booking.
- Description of the Essential and Superior Package
Performance Dates Smith/León and Lightfoot/Valastro
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Operas, Ballets, Concerts of the Season
In Milan at Teatro alla Scala