Sneak peak at the "Nocturne" costumes
Here's an opportunity to peek into the workshops and get a glimpse of some of the costumes that are prepared for short-ballet "Nocturne".
The costumes are made using laser cutting technology. A laser is used to cut abstract patterns into different materials. All the fabrics that are picked for the ballet play with light - are either sheer, luminous or reflective. The design uses them together with the cutting technology and directional theatre lights to create an unique visual effect and to highlight the dancers movements in the darkness.
Short ballet "Nocturne" choreographed by Tõnu Veiler, designed by Madis Nurms will premieré on May 8th at the Estonian National Opera.
The music of the ballet is by Frédéric Chopin who composed his nocturnes - 21 pieces for solo piano - between 1827 and 1846. They are generally considered among the finest short solo works for the instrument and hold an important place in contemporary concert repertoire.
Nocturne is a musical composition that is inspired by the night and nocturnes are generally thought of as being tranquil, often expressive and lyrical, and sometimes rather gloomy. The costumes for the short ballet draw heavily on the contrast between the light and dark and are inspired by the patterns and textures of moths - fascinating relatives of butterflies. Most species of moth are nocturnal and frequently appear to circle artificial lights, although the reason for this behavior remains unknown.
Scenographer - Madis Nurms
Lighting designer - Rasmus Rembel
Music mixed by Kaisa Jõhvik
Premieré - May 8th, 2017
The music of the ballet is by Frédéric Chopin who composed his nocturnes - 21 pieces for solo piano - between 1827 and 1846. They are generally considered among the finest short solo works for the instrument and hold an important place in contemporary concert repertoire.
Nocturne is a musical composition that is inspired by the night and nocturnes are generally thought of as being tranquil, often expressive and lyrical, and sometimes rather gloomy. The costumes for the short ballet draw heavily on the contrast between the light and dark and are inspired by the patterns and textures of moths - fascinating relatives of butterflies. Most species of moth are nocturnal and frequently appear to circle artificial lights, although the reason for this behavior remains unknown.
Nocturne
Choreographer - Tõnu VeilerScenographer - Madis Nurms
Lighting designer - Rasmus Rembel
Music mixed by Kaisa Jõhvik
Premieré - May 8th, 2017
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