Vivacious
Tarantellas, jubilant music and cheerful dancing amidst picturesque
scenes of Naples make up the carefree ballet “Napoli”, also known
as “The Fisherman and his Bride.” Inspired by a trip to the
Tarantellas, jubilant music and cheerful dancing amidst picturesque
scenes of Naples make up the carefree ballet “Napoli”, also known
as “The Fisherman and his Bride.” Inspired by a trip to the
southern city of Naples, Italy, legendary choreographer August
Bournonville found the muse for his next ballet. Bournonville created
his production for the Royal Danish Ballet, set to a collaboration of
music by four composers. Premiering in 1842, Napoli captivated
audiences. Masterful choreography and authentic settings captured the
charming and spirited city, rich with tradition. Performed for over
150 years throughout the world, Napoli continues to entertain
audiences worldwide.
Mixed with
traditional Italian folk dancing, seafaring legends, rich costumes
and multiple depictions of the seaside of Naples, Napoli manages to
convey love, humor and celebration while capturing the flavor of
Naples. The ballet tells the story of a young Italian couple, the
lively Teresina and a handsome fisherman Gennaro. A violent storm
captures Teresina and she is turned into a Naiad by a powerful
sea-creature. Teresina escapes, and she and Gennaro are united with a
joyous celebration. The ballet begins at a Saint Lucia port where a
local market place buzzes with people. Teresina finds herself
immersed in Italy’s Blue Grotto, one of Italy’s most famous sea
caves, located by the Island of Capri. The legends of naiad’s and
sea creatures creates an ideal underwater ballet sequence for
Bournonville’s second act. Closing at the holy place of Monte
Virgin, Teresina and Gennaro are joined together by local townsfolk
in spectacular dancing inspired by traditional celebratory dances of
Italy.
traditional Italian folk dancing, seafaring legends, rich costumes
and multiple depictions of the seaside of Naples, Napoli manages to
convey love, humor and celebration while capturing the flavor of
Naples. The ballet tells the story of a young Italian couple, the
lively Teresina and a handsome fisherman Gennaro. A violent storm
captures Teresina and she is turned into a Naiad by a powerful
sea-creature. Teresina escapes, and she and Gennaro are united with a
joyous celebration. The ballet begins at a Saint Lucia port where a
local market place buzzes with people. Teresina finds herself
immersed in Italy’s Blue Grotto, one of Italy’s most famous sea
caves, located by the Island of Capri. The legends of naiad’s and
sea creatures creates an ideal underwater ballet sequence for
Bournonville’s second act. Closing at the holy place of Monte
Virgin, Teresina and Gennaro are joined together by local townsfolk
in spectacular dancing inspired by traditional celebratory dances of
Italy.
Absorb the festive
themes of Napoli by trying customary Neapolitan ice cream, created by
local ice cream makers of Naples. Also widely noted in the 19th
century, Neapolitan ice cream is made of side-by-side layers of
strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla. Frozen in a block mold and cut
into square slices, Neapolitan ice cream has evolved into ice cream
cakes, and sandwiches. Replacing flavors with cherry and pistachio,
the popular idea of layered ice cream has faired well for many modern
variations and updates. Take a spoonful of Neapolitan ice cream and
you will taste delicious, refreshing and sweet flavors, much like the
delightful ballet Napoli.
themes of Napoli by trying customary Neapolitan ice cream, created by
local ice cream makers of Naples. Also widely noted in the 19th
century, Neapolitan ice cream is made of side-by-side layers of
strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla. Frozen in a block mold and cut
into square slices, Neapolitan ice cream has evolved into ice cream
cakes, and sandwiches. Replacing flavors with cherry and pistachio,
the popular idea of layered ice cream has faired well for many modern
variations and updates. Take a spoonful of Neapolitan ice cream and
you will taste delicious, refreshing and sweet flavors, much like the
delightful ballet Napoli.
Bizcovering
Editor: Lisa Zatulovsky
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