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Experience the Tribute to Hans van Manen by the Dutch National Ballet at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées!
DUTCH NATIONAL BALLET
Tribute to Hans van Manen
As part of TranscenDanses, the Théâtre des Champs Élysées welcomes the Dutch National Ballet (also known as Het National Ballet) for four evenings in tribute to its recently deceased choreographer Hans van Manen.
A visionary choreographer, considered one of the great masters of 20th-century ballet, Hans van Manen redefined the landscape of neoclassical and contemporary dance with his refined, elegant style and formidable musical precision. A major figure in Dutch dance, he played an essential role in the history of the country's two major institutions: the Nederlands Dans Theater and the Dutch National Ballet, where he left a lasting mark on the repertoire as a resident choreographer.
Author of over 150 works, Hans van Manen remained closely associated with the Dutch National Ballet until the end of his life. The company is now ensuring the transmission of his work and will present: Adagio Hammerklavier, Solo, Frank Bridge Variations, Two pieces for Het, and 5 Tango’s. Five pieces that span his universe, between suspended tension, virtuosity, rigor, sensuality, and energy. Five works that trace the evolution of the celebrated choreographer's career.
The Dutch National Ballet thus wishes to carry on his legacy and offer the Parisian public the unique opportunity to discover the full diversity of his repertoire.
Théâtre des Champs Elysées
Thursday, June 25 & Friday, June 26, 2026 – 7:30 PM
Saturday, June 27, 2026 – 6:00 PM
Sunday, June 28, 2026 – 3:00 PM
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