Key Changes in Ballet Leadership for the New Season
The wonderful thing about the dance world is its fluidity. Directors frequently change, creating opportunities for dancers to explore different companies and cultures. To keep you informed and aid in your audition planning, I’ve compiled a list of significant leadership changes and highlights for this season. Here’s what’s happening across the globe:
Hamburg Ballet
This season marks a significant transformation for Hamburg Ballet with Demis Volpi stepping in as the new director. Formerly the director of Düsseldorf Ballet am Rhein, Volpi ushers in a new era in Hamburg. The season will feature ballets by Hans van Manen, Demis Volpi, Justin Peck, Cathy Marston, William Forsythe, and others.
Explore more in The Company Guide.
Düsseldorf Ballet am Rhein
Düsseldorf’s Ballet am Rhein enters the season with a dynamic leadership duo: Chief Choreographer Bridget Breiner and Ballet Director Raphaël Coumes-Marquet. The company’s repertoire will include works by Bridget Breiner, David Dawson, Hans van Manen, Richard Siegal, and more.
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Mecklenburgisches Staatstheater - Ballet X Schwerin
In Schwerin, Ballet Master Jonathan Dos Santos has quickly transitioned to Ballet Director, bringing a fresh vision to Mecklenburgisches Staatstheater following last season’s dramatic changes.
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Aalto Ballet Essen
After 16 years of leadership at Aalto Ballett Essen, Ben Van Cauwenbergh steps aside for Armen Hakobyan and Marek Túma. Their first season features works by Johan Inger, Ben Van Cauwenbergh, and Jean-Christophe Maillot.
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Badisches Staatstheater Karlsruhe
Badisches Staatstheater Karlsruhe welcomes Raimondo Rebeck as its new director. Their season includes “Romeo and Julia” by Jean-Christophe Maillot and other works by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Hans van Manen, and Mthuthuzeli November (UA).
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Gerhart-Hauptmann-Theater Görlitz-Zittau
A new era begins at the Gerhart-Hauptmann-Theater Görlitz-Zittau, with Massimo Gerardi as the new director and resident choreographer taking over.
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Leipzig Ballet
Rémy Fichet succeeds Mario Schröder at Leipzig Ballet. Their season promises an exciting repertoire with works by Uwe Scholz, Lauren Lovette, Louis Stiens, and Sofia Nappi.
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Cottbus Ballet
Dirk Neumann has been succeeded by Inma López Marín and Stefan Kulhawec, marking a fresh chapter for Cottbus Ballet.
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Bejart Ballet
In 2024, Julien Favreau was appointed Artistic Director, carrying forward Maurice Béjart’s legacy.
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Stay tuned for more updates...
These changes reflect the dynamic nature of the dance world, opening doors for dancers and audiences alike to experience new artistic visions.
Always remember to keep exploring The Company Guide. Stay tuned for more updates and insights to help you navigate this season with confidence and inspiration.
