Tanz.at:

“When the energy of the dance prompts the audience to rise to their feet in a flash of applause at the end—apparently without exception, the entire audience in the well-filled opera house—then stage dance has achieved one of its goals: to move people.”

“La Folia [...] is the title and starting point for the choreography by Maura Morales and her congenial partner, composer and musician Michio Woirgardt. Both have already thrilled audiences in Graz and may now have even surpassed that effect.”

“The music, which accompanies this process directly and spontaneously in its dance and choreographic development, shapes the given concept into a homogeneous whole that is virtually unparalleled in its communicative power.”

Kleine Zeitung:

“Ensemble had the audience on their feet”

“Top performance by the Graz Opera Ballet”

“A breathtaking, energetic creation that pushes boundaries.”

“The evening is a reflection on the effect of dance and a passionate exploration of its possibilities.”

“The premiere audience was enthralled: with the last movement on stage, all (!) spectators jumped up and cheered.”

Kronen Zeitung:

»absolutes Weltklasseniveau«

»Kraftvolle Gruppenszenen, kämpferische Duette und introspektive Soli fließen ineinander.«

»Die zwischen beißender Rauheit und zarter Stille changierende Klangwelt füllt das grandios agierende Ensemble mit einem beeindruckenden Mix aus Ekstase und Verzweiflung.«

»Famose Tänzer, starke Choreografien, exquisite Musikauswahl und eine fesselnde Bildsprache – besser geht es eigentlich nicht.«

»Das Premierenpublikum dankte mit minutenlangen Standing Ovations und Jubel.«

»Ein Muss für alle Tanz-Fans!«

Kronen Zeitung:

“Absolutely world class”

“Powerful group scenes, combative duets, and introspective solos flow into one another.”

“The soundscape, oscillating between biting harshness and delicate silence, fills the magnificent ensemble with an impressive mix of ecstasy and despair.”

“Famous dancers, strong choreography, exquisite music selection, and captivating imagery—it doesn’t get any better than this.”

“The premiere audience thanked the performers with minutes of standing ovations and cheers.”

“A must-see for all dance fans!”