Peaky Blinders Transformed into a Rock Ballet at Seine Musicale
Steven Knight and choreographer Benoît Swan Pouffer reimagine the iconic series as a high-energy ballet exploring war, love, and violence.
- The ballet 'Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby' runs until March 30, 2025, at Seine Musicale in Boulogne-Billancourt, France.
- Created by Steven Knight and choreographed by Benoît Swan Pouffer, the production features the London-based Rambert Dance Company.
- The story delves into Thomas Shelby's post-World War I trauma, his rise in the criminal underworld, and his complex romance with Grace.
- The performance is set to a live rock soundtrack, including music from Radiohead, Nick Cave, and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, blending historical themes with contemporary sound.
- This adaptation is not a direct retelling of the series but an exploration of its characters' emotional depth through dance and striking visuals.