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What music is used for Maurice Béjart's Ninth Symphony?
The ballet is choreographed entirely to Ludwig van Beethoven’s monumental Symphony No. 9, including the famous final 'Ode to Joy.' Béjart translated the iconic music into explosive, physical movement.
What are the overarching themes of Béjart's Ninth Symphony?
The work explores massive, universal themes of war, peace, and the triumph of the human condition. Béjart reimagined Beethoven's score to represent a joyous, utopian brotherhood of humanity.
When did Maurice Béjart premiere Ninth Symphony?
Béjart premiered this large-scale work in 1964 with his Ballet of the 20th Century. It was initially staged to open the Théâtre de la Monnaie in Brussels.
How is the 'Ode to Joy' finale staged in Béjart's Ninth Symphony?
The finale brings an enormous cast of dancers to the stage to represent global unity. It features visually striking ensemble formations that directly engage the audience in a massive celebration of peace.
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