Choreographic interpretation of the images of Hippolyta and Theseus in the ballet by J. Neumeier's "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

In this paper, the author continues to study and comprehend author's interpretation of J. Neumeier images main characters ballet "A Midsummer Night's Dream". A meaningful choreographic embodiment Hippolyta Theseus, one two hypostases ballet, is carried out in order identify their features context performance choreographer's creativity. Based on methods studies analysis approved by historians theorists Dobrovolskaya, Krasovskaya, Surits, used comparative-historical, ideological-artistic analytical methods, as well method included observation (based personal experience with Neumeier). course source analysis, video materials from archives Hamburg "Ballettzentrum" Moscow Bolshoi Theater. detailed score roles Theseus allows us conclude that makes duets differ each other fragments characterizing these characters. first them, choreographer uses a rich duet technique: upper supports without approaches (often starting kneeling positions), non–standard combinations paired rotations - elements determine further line development his style. The composition means expressiveness second are rather atypical for Neumeier's work. Here, choreographer, poses technical solo dancers, hints at similarity ballets classical heritage, help which he emphasizes ceremonial ceremonious solemnity duet. It also such an additional attribute train, gives ballerina's movements even more weight royalty. Thus, occupies key positions (along Titania Oberon) play Dream", becomes important stage evolution style Neumeier.