Ballet Now – A Review
BalletNOW has been a hit with audiences and critics alike. As the first woman to curate the show, Tiller Peck is well-qualified to put together a vision. This is a unique position requiring a passion for ballet and a deep understanding of the arts. The new director, Tim Rice, will be preparing a show that will have you glued to the seats throughout the entire show. While he isn’t involved in the production, he is heavily involved in the process, and is a key component to the success of the festival.
Ballet Now is a documentary that follows the life of a dancer and follows her as she faces mounting pressures to perform in the art form. It is a rare opportunity to get a glimpse into the world of ballet without the glitz and glamour of a typical dance documentary. Tiler, the first woman to curate a major show, has an impressive resume that proves her credentials. The film features footage of an iconic event and a diverse cast of world-class performers.
The documentary follows the producers of Ballet Now, which was a three-night series of performances at Los Angeles’s Music Center in 2015 and 2017. The documentary follows the choreographer Tammy Peck and her international company of dancers and captures her process of choosing and executing the ballets. The series also focuses on the creative process behind the curtain. The program is produced by the actress Elisabeth Moss, while the director Steven Cantor focuses on the choreography.