The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark – Chicago

LEGENDARY DIRECTOR ROBERT LEPAGE AND BALLET SUPERSTAR AND CHOREOGRAPHER GUILLAUME CÔTÉ
THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET: PRINCE OF DENMARK
TO MAKE U.S. PREMIERE THIS NOVEMBER

The Dance-Theater Collaboration to Premiere a Limited Engagement at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance November 23-24

The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark is a captivating fusion of theatre and dance featuring the collaborative work of legendary director Robert Lepage (Cirque du Soleil, Stratford Festival) and renowned dancer/choreographer Guillaume Côté (National Ballet of Canada). Following its world premiere in Toronto last April and debut at the International Shakespeare Festival in Romania in May, this innovating re-imagining of Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy will make its U.S. debut at The Harris Theater for Music and Dance for a limited three performance engagement on Saturday, November 23 & Sunday, November 24.

This unique, wordless portrayal of Hamlet, a story of a man consumed by doubt and madness following his father’s tragic death, offers a fresh perspective on Shakespeare’s intricate exploration of the human condition while seamlessly blending classical and contemporary choreography. Côté and Lepage’s creation draws the audiences into a world of deception where phantoms and humans mingle on a minimal set. Light, shadow, and transparency play integral roles, creating a metaphorical reinterpretation of the timeless tale.

“A gripping, intensely athletic, and visually enchanting dance interpretation of Hamlet… Brilliant collaboration between Robert Lepage, Guillaume Côté and Show One Productions.”
– Margaret Atwood

Produced by Ex Machina, Côté Danse & Dvoretsky Productions. Presented by Show One Productions.

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“…the can’t-miss dance event of the year!”
– Toronto Guardian

“…tantalizing glimpse into the creative masterminds of Lepage and Côté as a single creative unit.”
– Intermission Magazine

“The confident, clear-as-glass execution provides the show with its unique power.”
– Next Magazine

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Conversation with Robert Lepage and Guillaume Côté

Join us for a special event featuring a conversation between Robert Lepage and Guillaume Côté on Friday, November 22 in the Harris Theater Lobby. Doors open at 5:30, conversation begins at 6:00PM. The discussion will be moderated by Gabriela Furtado Coutinho, digital editor of American Theater and Patti Eylar, former dancer and dedicated supporter of the dance community.

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Event Calendar

Date	Time
Saturday November 23	7:30 pm
Sunday November 24	1:00 pm
Sunday November 24	6:30 pm