Don Quixote Dances (2005)

Choreographed by Eduardo Vilaro

Photo by Kristie Kahns

Photo by Kristie Kahns

 

A dreamlike reflection on love, impermanence and death, set to songs by Maurice Ravel, Jacques Ibert and Mexican composer Ana Lara.


Praise for Don Quixote Dances

"Don Quixote Dances" was commissioned for Ravinia Festival’s 2005 season to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the publication of Cervantes' "Don Quixote" as part of “One Score, One Chicago."



Meet the Artists

José Limón

José Limón

Choreographer

José Limón was one of twentieth century America's most prominent modern dance choreographers. His powerful choreography focuses on the human drama, often incorporating themes from literature, religion and Hispanic history as well as pure dance. Throughout his career, Limón worked to change...

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