JOINT WORK OF THE DIRECTOR AND CHOREOGRAPHER IN THE FORMATION OF A NEW STAGE IMAGE

Abstract

The article examines the impact of the collaborative efforts of the director and ballet master on the development of a new stage aesthetic in contemporary ballet. The research focuses on the connection between the director and the choreographer during the production process, examining its impact on the artistic merit and success of ballet shows. The objective of the study is to delineate the characteristics and efficacy of the collaborative efforts between the director and choreographer in the development of unique works, as well as to evaluate its influence on audience perception and professional acclaim.
A multifaceted methodology was employed to attain this objective, incorporating audience surveys, expert assessments, and box office analysis. The show "Karlygash" of the Astana Ballet Theatre exemplifies the successful collaboration between the director and the ballet master. Interrogation of 300 spectators facilitated the gathering of data regarding the assessment of freshness, originality, and emotional impact of the performance. An expert examination by 20 renowned critics and choreographers assessed the novel methodologies in choreography, directing, and technological integration. An examination of box office revenues and theater attendance offered an assessment of the production's commercial success.
The study's results indicated that the collaboration between the director and choreographer substantially enhances the artistic worth of the production. This is substantiated by elevated ratings from the audience (average rating of 9.0 out of 10) and critics (9.3 out of 10). Audience attendance rose to 95%, while box office revenues surpassed the average of rival performances by 30%. Experts observed the successful integration of jazz-modern, contemporary, and Kazakh national dance, the proficient application of scenographic components and technologies, and the coherence between the director's vision and its choreographic realization.
The study affirms that the collaboration between the director and choreographer is essential for the development of effective and innovative ballet productions. The practical value of this work is in the potential use of the findings to enhance the collaboration between directors and choreographers in theatrical ensembles, hence improving the efficiency of the staging process and the quality of performances.