Christian Spuck's 'Bovary' premieres with Staatsballett Berlin
Christian Spuck, former ballet director of Zurich Ballet, has created his first piece for Staatsballett Berlin, titled 'Bovary' after Gustave Flaubert's novel. The production marks Spuck's debut on the challenging Berlin dance scene, which he has navigated successfully. The work adapts Flaubert's story of Emma Bovary, exploring themes of desire and disillusionment through dance. Spuck's transition to Berlin has been closely watched, given his previous success in Zurich.
Key facts
- Christian Spuck created 'Bovary' for Staatsballett Berlin
- The piece is based on Gustave Flaubert's novel Madame Bovary
- This is Spuck's first work with Staatsballett Berlin
- Spuck previously served as ballet director in Zurich
- The premiere took place in Berlin
- The production explores themes of desire and disillusionment
- Spuck's debut in Berlin was well-received
- The work adapts a classic literary source into dance
Entities
Artists
- Christian Spuck
Institutions
- Staatsballett Berlin
- Zurich Ballet
Locations
- Berlin
- Zurich