Dracula: Pages from a Virgin’s Diary

The Royal Winnipeg Ballet breathes new life into Bram Stoker's classic gothic novel Dracula, translated onto the silver screen in a captivating adaptation that marries dance with filmmaking. Channeling the atmospheric aesthetics of early 20th-century silent Expressionist cinema, this cinematic ballet employs monochrome photography and intertitles to tell the haunting tale of a mysterious immigrant who seduces young English women with his sinister charms. Through graceful, expressive movements, the ballet dancers delve into the psyche of these characters, capturing their fears, desires, and ultimately, their tragic fates. This unique blend of artistry and storytelling offers an unconventional yet mesmerizing interpretation of a timeless literary masterpiece.