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Tribute to the Shtetl: Richard Wherlock’s Tevye in Basel

Slolem Aleichem's classic of Yiddish literature is familiar through the musical “Fiddler on the Roof”. Choreographer Richard Wherlock’s adaptation retells the story in vibrant, contemporary dance.

A Case of Confused Identity

Johan Inger's new Peer Gynt ballet fails to convince in Basel

Richard Wherlock: 15 years in Basel

The Basel Ballet celebrates Richard Wherlock's outstanding tenure as artistic director and resident choreographer of the company since 2001.

Cerrudo's excellent Sleeping Beauty

 The recent première of Alejandro Cerrudo’s “Sleeping Beauty” in Basel made a brilliant case for reinventing an old and magical tale. 

Tewja: Emotion in motion

Choreographer Richard Wherlock’s new ballet pays tribute to his Jewish roots, but also marks a first collaboration with composer Olivier Truan, whose contemporary klezmer music springs from the same tradition.