Nureyev Vest

Don Quixote

Costumes designed by Nicholas Georgiadis

Choreographed by Rudolph Nureyev after Petipa

 Rudolf Nureyev ‘s relationship with the ballet Don Quixote was complex. He first performed it as a member of the Kirov Ballet at the age of 21 in Leningrad. Over the years, as Nureyev evolved as a dancer, so did his interpretation and rendition of the ballet. His Don Q took on aspects of excitement and pace. He highlighted the comedic aspect and worked the ballet into a lively and robust version.

In the spring of 1982, guest Artist Rudy Nureyev and guest conductor Andre Presser were a part of Boston Ballet’s all new production, which toured in the early 80’s throughout the US, Mexico and Europe, putting Boston Ballet on the international map.

This single breasted early 19th Century waistcoat was worn by Rudolph for the Prologue.

In August of 1983, DQ was cancelled due to Rudolf Nureyev’s injury.