Don Quixote

The anti-hero Don Quixote heads out into the world to do good knightly deeds, but soon becomes entangled in the love story of Kitri and Basilio. Rudolf Nurejev’s ballet based on Miguel de Cervantes’ famous novel is bursting with excitement, love, utter nonsense and above all... impressive dance! 

Famous ballet from ballet legends 

Don Quixote is one of the best-known classical ballet performances that is danced by the world’s greatest companies. The Norwegian National Ballet’s version was created by the legendary dancer Rudolf Nureyev based on Marius Petipa’s original from 1869. The choreography in Don Quixote was Nureyev’s most personal signature as both a dancer and choreographer. His version of Don Quixote is considered the most intricate and technically demanding one. The dance legend continues to challenge new generations of dancers to this very day, just as he challenged himself. 

A gala performance that is both entertaining and beautiful

Vårt land, 2009  

Heroes and anti-heroes 

In a scene with swinging skirts, fans and the Spanish sun, we meet our quick-witted heroine Kitri and her sweetheart Basilio. When Kitri’s father refuses to accept their relationship, they run away and get into trouble – but luckily, the self-proclaimed knight Don Quixote and his loyal squire Sancho Panza come to their rescue.  

The music is one of Ludwig Minkus’ most popular works and, of course, is performed by the Opera Orchestra!