description Spartacus (Jacobson) Overview
Matthew Jacobson’s “Spartacus” is a full-length ballet adapted from the historical rebellion led by Spartacus. The work utilizes choreography and multimedia elements to portray this dramatic narrative of Roman slavery and resistance in Britain. It's notable for its innovative approach to retelling classic stories through dance, appealing primarily to audiences interested in contemporary ballet and historical narratives.
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Which Spartacus is the Jacobson version?
The Jacobson, or Yakobson, Spartacus is Leonid Yakobson's staging of Aram Khachaturian's ballet. It premiered at the Kirov Theatre in Leningrad in 1956.
How is Jacobson's Spartacus different from Grigorovich's Bolshoi version?
Yakobson's 1956 version was more experimental and moved away from some classical ballet conventions. Yury Grigorovich's 1968 Bolshoi version became the more internationally famous Soviet staging.
What is the story of Spartacus in the ballet?
The ballet follows Spartacus, the Thracian gladiator who leads a slave revolt against Rome. Its central characters include Spartacus, Phrygia, Crassus, and Aegina.
Is Matthew Bourne connected to Spartacus (Jacobson)?
No, Spartacus (Jacobson) refers to Leonid Yakobson's Soviet ballet, not a Matthew Bourne production. The score is by Aram Khachaturian, who composed the ballet in the 1950s.
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