The article explores a feminist reinterpretation of the ballet 'Raymonda' by Creative Director Tamara Rojo, highlighting changes from the original 19th-century tale. While keeping the love triangle, Rojo's version adds layers of character complexity, reflecting modern themes of female empowerment. The protagonist now embodies a mix of romantic interests and a desire for independence, akin to Florence Nightingale. This fresh perspective dismantles traditional ballet stereotypes, engaging audiences with relatable conflicts that resonate with contemporary themes of feminism in performance art.
"In Rojo's recent update, the love triangle remains, but no one dies now, and our protagonist swaps her noble title for some overlap to Florence Nightingale..."
"I always thought ballet would be a music box come to life. A dainty princess twirls in a stiff tutu, untouched by mortal concerns like gravity or sweat."
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