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John Cranko’s The Taming of the Shrew is one of the best ballet comedies of the 20th century. Inspired by the work of William Shakespeare, Cranko brings to life the story of the shrew Catherine, whom no one wants to marry, and the elegant and intelligent Petruchio, who makes her his wife and “tame” her. The Taming of the Shrew was created by John Cranko for the Stuttgart Ballet with famous dancers Marcia Haydée and Richard Cragun in the leading roles, protagonists. With the boisterous and joyous music of Domenico Scarlatti, orchestrated by Kurt-Heinz Stolze and an enchanting set design by Elisabeth Dalton, The Taming of the Shrew is the perfect ballet for the whole family.