# Medieval Metal Ballets This Graceful Game of Thrones Dance Performance is Set to Metal Music By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-09-25 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-of-thrones-dance References: [fastcocreate](http://www.fastcocreate.com/3036149/and-now-game-of-thrones-has-inspired-a-metal-ballet) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/metalballet) Given the popularity of the [HBO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-of-thrones-x-pandora) television program, it was only a matter of time before someone choreographed a Game of Thrones dance. Brutal Ballet is a classical ballet company that fuses the grace and femininity of ballet with the hard, masculine qualities of the metal musical genre. The troupe was clearly inspired by the epic fantasy series as they mounted a Game of Thrones dance performance. In a video clip, Brutal Ballet Founder Bridie Mayfield and other dancers can be seen practicing to a metal version of the Game of Thrones opening theme. Photos on their [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rival-peak) page also show the performance itself, complete with house sigil banners and medieval themed costumes. The elegance of ballet is not only offset with metal music, but with the violent nature of the show. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Classical Fusion:** Incorporating two or more contrasting genres can create a unique experience for viewers. - **Fantasy-inspired Entertainment:** The popularity of Game of Thrones can lead to an increase in demand for entertainment based on the fantasy genre. - **Alternative Performances:** Alternative, unconventional performances that defy expectations can attract new audiences. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can explore new markets by creating art that fuses together different genres. - **Performing Arts:** Dance companies can draw more attention to themselves and become more accessible by combining popular music genres with classical ballet. - **Fantasy Merchandise:** As the popularity of Game of Thrones increases, companies can take advantage of this trend to create merchandise that appeals to fantasy lovers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Thematic Dragon-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-inspired-timepieces.md) - [Fantasy-Themed Beer Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mikkeller.md) - [Fantasy-Inspired Hiking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-house-of-dragon.md) - [Gracefully Dynamic Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-tower.md) - [Fantasy Footwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-2.md) - [Fantasy Prequel Wines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-the-dragon-fire-blood-cabernet-shiraz.md) - [Fantasy-Inspired Soap Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-squatch-1.md) - [Dancing NFT Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natyaverse.md) - [Balletcore Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkinetic-fluent-1.md)