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Benjamin Britten’s *Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs* (Preljocaj) is a darkly operatic adaptation of the fairy tale, utilizing a chorus of miners to represent the woodland creatures and employing dissonant orchestration to evoke a sense of unease and psychological horror.
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Who choreographed this version of Snow White?
Angelin Preljocaj created Snow White for Ballet Preljocaj in 2008. The full-length production uses all 26 dancers of the company.
What music does Preljocaj's Snow White use?
The score draws primarily on symphonic music by Gustav Mahler, with additional material credited to 79D. Benjamin Britten did not compose this adaptation.
Who designed the costumes for Preljocaj's Snow White?
Fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier created the costumes, including the Queen's dramatic black designs. Thierry Leproust designed the production's large-scale scenery.
Does Preljocaj follow the Disney version of Snow White?
Preljocaj bases the narrative mainly on the Brothers Grimm tale, with personal interpretations of its symbols and relationships. The result is darker and more sensual than Disney's 1937 animated film.
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