THEATRE REVIEW: Orpheus in the Underworld: Cape Town City Ballet’s hilarious spoof of a timeless myth (opens original article in a new tab)

Cape Town City Ballet's 'Orpheus in the Underworld' is a humorous and visually engaging revival of a 45-year-old comic ballet, featuring surreal settings, innovative choreography, and comedic character portrayals.

• Cape Town City Ballet's revival of 'Orpheus in the Underworld' is a comedic, visually striking production set in a 1920s-inspired world with surreal elements.
• The ballet features innovative choreography, humorous character portrayals, and a mix of classical and absurdist themes, including a Mafia-style underworld and a whimsical setting with cardboard cut-outs and pointillism-inspired designs.
• The performance includes notable dance sequences, such as a lively can-can and a seductive duet between Eurydice and Pluto, with dancers emphasizing both physicality and comedic timing.