In the Darkness of the Theater I Take Off My Shoes

The National Ballet of Portugal is celebrating its 40th anniversary Since its foundation it has aimed to present the great classics as well as to always welcome contemporary creations Daytoday life is demanding for dancers choreographers musicians répétiteurs seamstresses light technicians sound technicians and other elements of a large staff that make it possible for dance to travel through the rehearsal rooms and linger in the hallways before making it onto the stage This film follows not only the companys creations and premieres but mainly each dancers silent and structural work