Partita Illumine
Partita Illumine is a multidisciplinary performance that brings J.S. Bach’s iconic Violin Partitas to life through the fusion of live classical music and expressive ballet. This project explores the universal themes of the human experience—resilience, joy, struggle, and transcendence—revealing the emotional richness embedded in Bach’s music.
Each of the three Partitas will be paired with a unique ballet piece, offering a choreographic interpretation that reflects the evolving complexities of the human condition. With live violin performances and original choreography, Partita Illumine aims to illuminate the timeless beauty and emotional depth of Bach’s work through a deeply human lens.
Performance Details:
Title: Partita Illumine
Venue: The Southern Theater
1420 S. Washington Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55454
Dates: October 11 & 12
Time: 2:00 PM
Tickets: General Admission – $20 | Students/Seniors – $10
Choreographer: Yuki Tokuda
Dancers: Hannah Benditt, Jarod Boltjes, Peter Hoffman, Gemma Isaacson, Emily Pitts, Emily Trapnell
Music: J.S. Bach: Partita for Solo Violin
No.1-Sarah Grimes, No.2-David Brubaker, No.3-Helen Chang
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Partita Illumine was developed in part during a residency for the Artist Communities Alliance’s McKnight Artist Residencies Consortium at Kaatsbaan Cultural Park.
