A BRIEF HISTORY OF THIS VARIATION FROM THE PETIPA SOCIETY The ballet is set to the music of Ludwig Minkus, and includes a variety of lively and energetic dance numbers, including the iconic “Grand Pas de Deux” which is performed by the lead couple, Don Quixote and Kitri. The Don Quixote ballet is known for its lively and virtuosic choreography, which showcases the athleticism and technical prowess of the dancers. Along the way, they encounter a host of colourful characters, including the lovely Kitri, who is pursued by the wealthy but boorish Basilio.
The ballet tells the story of the chivalrous and deluded Don Quixote, who sets out on a series of adventures with his loyal squire, Sancho Panza, in search of adventure and the love of his life, Dulcinea. First choreographed by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov in 1869, the Don Quixote ballet has been a staple of classical dance companies all over the world.
