Royal Ballet's MaddAddam Fails to Capture Atwood's Dystopia

Wayne McGregor's adaptation of Margaret Atwood's trilogy struggles with narrative clarity and emotional depth.

Critics agree that the ballet's narrative is confusing, especially for those unfamiliar with Atwood's novels.
The production features impressive choreography but lacks character development and emotional engagement.
Max Richter's score is noted for its intensity but criticized for lacking dramatic variation.
While visually striking, the set and costume designs do not compensate for the muddled storytelling.
Dancers deliver strong performances, but the ballet's ambitious scope ultimately falls short of its potential.