Composer

:

Anton Arensky

Genre

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Ballet

Style

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Ballet

Compose Date

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1890

Average_duration

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22:12

Movement_count

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7

Movement ....

Anton Arensky's ballet 'Egyptian Nights, Op. 50a' was composed in 1900. The ballet premiered on December 22, 1900, at the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg, Russia. The ballet was choreographed by Marius Petipa, who was the principal choreographer of the Imperial Russian Ballet. The plot of 'Egyptian Nights' revolves around the love story of the Egyptian princess Amasis and the Greek warrior Demetrius. The ballet is set in ancient Egypt, where Amasis falls in love with Demetrius, who is a prisoner of war. The two lovers face many obstacles, including the disapproval of Amasis's father, the Pharaoh, and the jealousy of the high priest, who also desires Amasis. The ballet is divided into three movements. The first movement, titled 'The Temple of Isis,' introduces the audience to the world of ancient Egypt. The second movement, titled 'The Palace of the Pharaoh,' focuses on the love story of Amasis and Demetrius. The third movement, titled 'The Triumph of Love,' sees the two lovers triumph over their obstacles and unite in love. The music of 'Egyptian Nights' is characterized by its exotic and oriental themes, which reflect the setting of the ballet. The music is also notable for its use of percussion instruments, such as the tambourine and the triangle, which add to the exotic atmosphere of the ballet. Overall, 'Egyptian Nights, Op. 50a' is a beautiful and romantic ballet that showcases the talents of both Anton Arensky and Marius Petipa. The ballet's exotic setting and music make it a unique and memorable addition to the world of classical ballet.

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