Here is the opening section of the Rite of Spring choreographed by Pina Bausch, music by Stravinsky. One of many versions, but one I particularly love.
Danced in earth, feet bare, women in simple skin toned dresses; evoke a powerful interplay of primal forces. Feminine vulnerability and fear of death against a backdrop of brutal power through masculine physical strength.
You can “smell” the fear as it spreads virally through the group. The terror is palpable and so is the relief when the “Chosen One” is selected as it turns into riveting fascination as the Chosen One grapples with her demise.
A brilliant creation by Pina Bausch; visceral, raw and primal interwoven in the brute and powerful drive to the end. Must be wonderful to dance! So Beautiful.
Hope you find this captivating as well and pass it on to share!
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