Burgas Opera too Premiere New Ballet Adaptation of Hansel and Gretel
Burgas, Bulgaria – The State Opera-Burgas will premiere a new ballet adaptation of the classic fairy tale Hansel and Gretel on October 25th at 11:00 AM. The production offers a unique interpretation of the story, shifting focus from parental abandonment to the dangers of superficial temptation, embodied by the figure of Baba Yaga and her alluring house.
This adaptation diverges from customary tellings, emphasizing the children’s encounter with temptation rather than their expulsion by their parents. According to the production’s director, the Baba Yaga’s house serves as a symbol of this temptation, “a shiny sheath and treats” masking hidden intentions. “The message is not to lie in appearance,” the director explained, adding, “behind the beautiful facade there are often hidden intentions. And in the real life around us, as well as in fairy tales, not everything that looks tempting is good for us.”
The premiere is part of a busy period for the director, who is simultaneously working on the film Nestinarian, the opera Palechka, and the organization of the Super Talent competition for dancers. Additionally,the director is preparing for “Burgas Dance,” a non-competitive event on December 13th at the State Opera-Burgas,designed to unite and showcase the city’s diverse dance community. Balancing creative work with family life, the director stated, “At this point, I look to distinguish them, and my personal life is a priority. But with good organization, everything happens because I love my job very much and it is my great love.”
The director invites audiences to attend the premiere, promising a “magical world” and an escape from everyday life through the power of dance.