The Hamburg Ballet Days are the highlight and conclusion of the current season, bringing together the diverse spectrum of Hamburg Ballet in just two weeks. The 50th edition of the festival will open on July 6, 2025, with the world premiere of "Demian", the first full-length creation by Artistic Director Demis Volpi for Hamburg Ballet.
In addition, the Ballet Days will provide insights into the season's repertoire, including the two premiere productions "The Times Are Racing" and "Slow Burn", offering a fascinating overview of various choreographic styles since 1974. From the rich repertoire of John Neumeier, "Romeo and Juliet", "Nijinsky", and "Death in Venice" will be featured. The Hamburg Ballet School will also participate with a performance from the series "First Steps", showcasing, among other works, Demis Volpi's "The Carnival of the Animals", which was added to the school's repertoire in 2012.
The Spanish choreographer Marcos Morau and his internationally acclaimed company La Veronal will present two guest performances of "Sonoma", a work of archaic power and surreal dystopian beauty. Inspired by the works of filmmaker Luis Buñuel, Morau creates intricate, dizzying images in his unique, uncompromising movement language.
The Nijinsky Gala L will conclude the 50th Ballet Days and the 2024/25 season on July 20.
50th HAMBURG BALLET DAYS
July 6, 2025: Demian – Premiere
July 7, 2025: First Steps – The Ballet School
July 8, 2025: Demian
July 9, 2025: Romeo and Juliet
July 11, 2025: Sonoma – Guest Company: La Veronal
July 12, 2025: Sonoma – Guest Company: La Veronal
July 13, 2025: Death in Venice
July 15, 2025: Nijinsky
July 16, 2025: Demian
July 17, 2025: The Times Are Racing
July 18, 2025: Slow Burn
July 19, 2025: Demian
July 20, 2025: Nijinsky Gala L
