Dance legends at every stage John Neumeier and Hamburg Ballet John Neumeier, the Artistic Director of Hamburg Ballet, brings his three masterpieces to the 47th Hong Kong Arts Festival, The Nutcracker, Beethoven Project and The World of John Neumeier. At the helm of the company in 1973, John Neumeier is one of the world’s longest serving artistic directors. His astonishing creativity has produced more than one hundred and fifty ballets. He has led the company to more than three hundred tours on five continents and is the recipient of innumerable awards and distinctions all over the world. With its updated versions of classic repertoire and ballets exploring human dramas, Hamburg Ballet epitomises this year's festival theme; truly a company for every stage. The Hamburg Ballet photographer, Kiran West, takes a close look at the scene of John Neumeier and his group of dancers during the rehearsal of The World of John Neumeier and Beethoven Project. Audience can see the precious moment before the classic works.
Photo credit: Kiran West