DON QUIXOTE
The wonderful story of Don Quixote has been chosen as the first production of the year for the Australian Ballet. Set against the backdrop of rural Spain, the stunning performance, which includes some of ballet’s most spectacular variations, tells the story of Kitri, who is on the run from an arranged marriage. She is joined on her journey by her penniless lover, the barber Basilio, and, of course the Don – a character who has entertained generation after generation through every possible medium.
Two rising stars of the international ballet circuit, Lana Jones and Daniel Camargo from the Stuttgart Ballet star in the roles of Kitri and Basilio respectively.
“Kitri is a fiery, passionate woman, caught in a love triangle,” Jones says of the character she is incredibly excited to take on for the second time, after a successful season in 2007. “When I was younger, I could tell the story, but couldn’t see the depth of the character. This time I can add that depth of character to get the best possible performance.”
For Jones, the ballet is a joy to watch and perform. “It’s a comedy ballet. Fun-filled, full of energy and full of passion,” she said. (LZ)
Apr 5-24, Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House, $34-222, 02 9250 7777, sydneyoperahouse.com
