Under construction: Rudy De Dios tackles the iconic 'Carmina Burana'

Mar 5

Mar 5 Under construction: Rudy De Dios tackles the iconic 'Carmina Burana'

The epic music of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana has inspired the masterpieces of countless of artists all over the world. Former Ballet Manila principal dancer Rudy De Dios is no exception. The soaring orchestral and chorale piece is at the heart of his first full-length choreography, bringing to life the iconic music through ballet.

Carmina Burana, the music, is dramatic. Carmina Burana, Rudy’s ballet, is equally so. Tackling the piece and giving Ballet Manila its own version of Carmina Burana is a dream come true for the young choreographer who has been praying for this opportunity since he first heard the music decades ago.

Rudy De Dios’ Carmina Baurana hits the stage on March 7 (6 p.m.) and March 8 (3 p.m.) at the Samsung Hall in SM Aura alongside Ballet Manila artistic director Lisa Macuja-Elizalde’s La Traviata. The new choreographic works will close the company’s 24th season.

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