Bella Figura

Show Contemporary Ballet
Dates

September 11 to 20, 2025

8 performances

This triple bill brings together creations of rare intensity, each offering a unique exploration of the human experience.

Created in 1973 by Glen Tetley for the Stuttgart Ballet, Voluntaries takes us on an emotional journey where dance becomes a way to confront pain and overcome loss. The choreography, both visceral and spiritual, explores the resilience of the human spirit in facing grief. The result is a work of incandescent physical expression, where every movement seems to emerge from the depths of the dancers’ being.

Fête sauvage by Hélène Blackburn shakes us with raw, primal energy. Set to contemporary rhythms, Hélène Blackburn’s precise choreography unfolds through a series of solos and duos—moments of pleasure and spontaneous encounters. The piece invites us to recognize the wild heart that beats within us and transcends conventions.

Bella Figura, the choreographic masterpiece by Jiří Kylián created in 1995, is a fascinating piece that continues to captivate audiences. This iconic work blurs the boundaries between reality and illusion, aesthetics and performance, inviting the spectator into a dreamlike universe. The audacious choreography is highlighted by long red skirts worn by all the performers, erasing distinctions of gender. The baroque compositions of Pergolesi, Marcello, Vivaldi, and Torelli further enhance the timeless atmosphere of the piece.

  • Choreography

    Glen Tetley © Glen Tetley Legacy

    Music

    Francis Poulenc

    Decor

    Ivan Cavallari, Benoit Archambault

    Costumes

    Ivan Cavallari

    Lighting

    Marc Parent

  • Choreography

    Hélène Blackburn

    Music

    Martin Tétreault

    Decors et costumes

    Hélène Blackburn

    Lighting

    Marc Parent

  • Choreography

    Jirí Kylián

    Music

    Lukas Foss, Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Alessandro Marcello, Antonio Vivaldi, Giuseppe Torelli

    Decor

    Jirí Kylián

    Costumes

    Joke Visser

    Lighting

    Kees Tjebbes

  • Production / Presentation

    Les Grands Ballets

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