The Red Poppy (ballet)

"The Red Poppy" is a ballet choreographed by Michel Fokine, premiering in 1919, and is notable for its vivid storytelling and innovative movement. It depicts a young woman symbolized by a red poppy, exploring themes of temptation, seduction, and the fleeting nature of beauty and desire. The ballet combines expressive dance with expressive costumes and sets, blending classical and modern elements. As part of early 20th-century choreography, it marked a shift towards more narrative and emotionally direct ballet, influencing future choreographers and the development of modern ballet.