Swan Lake

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European Classical Ballet Presents: Swan Lake

A timeless love story brought to life in a breathtaking classical ballet performance.

Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece, combined with the artistry of classical dance, transports audiences to a dreamlike world through Swan Lake—the ballet of all ballets. With lavish sets, evocative lighting, dazzling costumes, and an exceptional cast of soloists and corps de ballet from the renowned European Classical Ballet, this stunning production promises a magical spectacle for all ages.

Swan Lake: A Timeless Love Story

Tchaikovsky’s first ballet, Swan Lake, was initially met with skepticism but went on to achieve worldwide acclaim. Over time, it has become one of the most beloved and revered ballets, capturing the hearts of audiences across generations.

The story follows Prince Siegfried, who falls in love with Princess Odette—only to discover she has been cursed by an evil sorcerer and transformed into a white swan. Trapped by this spell, Odette’s only hope lies in true love’s vow. Siegfried swears to save her, but the sorcerer deceives him by presenting his daughter, Odile—the black swan, who bears an uncanny resemblance to Odette. In the end, Siegfried breaks free from the sorcerer’s trap, the curse is lifted, and the lovers ascend to the heavens together.

Rooted in folklore and an ancient German legend, Swan Lake was composed between 1875 and 1876, with Tchaikovsky’s genius transforming it into an enduring ballet masterpiece.

As one of the greatest challenges in ballet, Swan Lake has drawn the most legendary dancers and choreographers in history, including Vaslav Nijinsky, Rudolf Nureyev, Margot Fonteyn, Tamara Toumanova, and Frederick Ashton. Today, it remains one of the most celebrated ballets, capturing the full spectrum of human emotion—from hope to despair, fear to tenderness, melancholy to pure ecstasy.

European Classical Ballet

European Classical Ballet unites world-class soloists and dancers from some of Eastern Europe’s most prestigious ballet companies, including those from Russia, Ukraine, Moldova, Belarus, Bulgaria, Italy, the Czech Republic, and Hungary.

Swan Lake – Pallas Theater

A two-act ballet
Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Featuring the Principal Soloists and Corps de Ballet of European Classical Ballet