How does one express what it is like to witness pure magic? Utilising an adaptation of the Danny Elfman score, and a set design which utilises perspective and scale to create a cartoonish magic world, Matthew Bourne’s ballet adaptation of Edward Scissorhands is quite frankly one of the most beautiful things I have seen performed.
The intricacy of the choreography, telling multiple concurrent storyline, enables the creation of a fully textured world. At times you forget you’re watching a ballet, despite the almost nonstop movement of the dancers.
The subtlety of all of the elements working together spins a delightful story that whisks the audience along —truly the work of a master at the top of his prowess. If this is remounted, go see it.