Petrushka

Petrushka is a classical ballet and orchestral work composed by Igor Stravinsky that tells the story of a puppet named Petrushka brought to life during a carnival. The puppet longs for love and freedom but faces tragedy and confusion, ultimately expressing human emotions through dance and music. The piece combines vibrant, rhythmic music with dramatic movements, capturing themes of innocence, passion, and digital ambiguity, highlighting the contrast between artificial and real life. It’s celebrated for its innovative orchestration and its ability to evoke a rich emotional narrative through both sound and movement.