Word: balletic
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...Thankfully, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” was sufficiently captivating as a ballet that, despite minimal character interpretation, the dancers excelled as masters of their craft. Most impressive were Oberon and Titania, King and Queen of the Faeries...
...actors, the Boston Ballet dancers did Shakespeare a disservice; most were rather unassuming as characters. The dancer playing the impish role of Puck, however, shined as a clear exception. Portrayed by Joel Prouty, he was the most vibrant personality on the stage, threading together the story and fixing the audience’s attention on his magical mischievousness...
...Surprisingly, the corps gave a stunning performance, particularly in the second act. Clearly well rehearsed and inspired, the corps was adept at ensemble timing and precision—especially during the pirouette sequence in the final moments of the ballet. Also striking was the professionalism of the children who made up the cast of forest insects. Clad with wings and antennae, they were not only adorable but also skillful dancers, executing clean leaps and turns with elegant simplicity...
...Martin Pakledinaz, the set and costume designer, excelled in adding to the already fanciful ambiance created by the dancers. The costumes were breathtaking even at a distance, making the imagined world of the ballet come to life before the audience...
...Balanchine’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” interprets a timeless story about the magical power of love through the enchanting power of ballet. The performance asks audiences to step into an alternate reality of comedy and dance. With its talented dancers and extravagant scenery, set to Mendelssohn’s dazzling score, the Boston Ballet conjures a magical performance that will leave audiences thankful for the midwinter night’s dream of a ballet...