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Chaconne

Chaconne

(1942)

Choreography

José Limón

Music

Johann Sebastian Bach
10 minutes

The Chaconne as a dance form originated in New Spain, now Mexico, as a robust and raucous dance. Bach employed the strict musical form of the Chaconne but enriched it with powerful emotional implications. Mr. Limón has tried to capture in his dance both the formal austerity and the profound feeling of the music. 

Ballet Credits

Choreography

José Limón

Music

J.S. Bach

Lighting Design (Original Production)

Steve Woods

Lighting Design (Current Production)

Mark Stanley

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Spring Mix

Mar 28 - Apr 13, 2025
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