Map the trajectory of one of the world’s most influential ballet troupes from their beginnings in turn-of-the-century Paris to their halcyon days of the 1930s and 40s and onto their demise in the 50s and 60s. Created by Sergei Diaghlev, the company astonished audiences around the world with never-before-seen artistry and iconic collaborations with Nijinsky, Balanchine, Picasso, and Stravinsky, but rising costs, rocketing egos, and outside competition ended up bringing this revered company to its knees. Containing a treasure trove of archival footage, this doc offers a rare glimpse of the revolutionary group that transformed the face of ballet.
Pair with... the Curious Minds course Dance-reimagined: The Ballets Russes