Eine Winterreise

The allure of distance does not always fulfil its promise. Loneliness can strike with its iron grip, turning one motionless, poised at a passageway. In this ballet, short episodes based on the song cycle by Franz Schubert are further characterised by interpretations by Wiesbaden composed Hans Zender.

The first ballet production of the 2017/18 season sees Tim Plegge embarking on another exciting artistic journey. While "Eine Winterreise" keeps to the tradition of his action ballets, it moves away from the path of strict narration. "Eine Winterreise" tells of genesis and decay, a state of longing and searching, which can arise from contemplative discussion with oneself.

Accompanied by the Hessian State Orchestra.

WORLD PREMIERE: 7 October 2017