John Neumeier
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About John Neumeier
John Neumeier is a choreographer and ballet director. Born in 1942 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he trained in ballet in the United States before continuing his studies in Europe to shape his teaching style. Since 1973, Neumeier has served as the artistic director and chief choreographer of the Hamburg Ballet, transforming it into one of the world’s leading ballet companies.
His narrative-driven productions often reimagine literary and historical themes, with a repertoire featuring The Little Mermaid, Nijinsky, Romeo and Juliet, and The Lady of the Camellias. Neumeier is also a ballet historian and collector, mainly focused on the legacy of Vaslav Nijinsky.
What are John Neumeier’s most famous ballets?
Neumeier’s most celebrated works include Nijinsky, The Little Mermaid, The Lady of the Camellias, and Third Symphony of Gustav Mahler.
What is John Neumeier’s connection to Vaslav Nijinsky?
Neumeier is one of the world’s leading Nijinsky scholars. He has created ballets about the dancer and owns an extensive collection of Nijinsky-related artefacts, which he has preserved for dance history.
Has John Neumeier won any awards?
The ballet director has received numerous honours, including the Benois de la Danse Award, the German Dance Prize, and the Order of Merit of Germany, for his contributions to ballet.
Has John Neumeier worked with any famous dancers?
Neumeier has collaborated with many world-renowned dancers, including Sylvie Guillem, Misty Copeland, and Alina Cojocaru.
