Ballet Russes at Dubai Opera

Ballet Russes will take place from 16th to 18th of November, 2017 at the Dubai Opera.

It will be a celebration of one of the world’s greatest-ever ballet ensembles, recreating performances of the legendary Sergei Diaghilev’s Chopiniana and The Firebird, in three incredible evenings.

Chopiniana is a dreamy, romantic ballet blanc that was born in St Petersburg in 1907 and moved to Paris in 1909 under the new name of Les Sylphides. Its a ballet of mood, a white ballet, a choreographic suite. It is pure, simple and requires no introduction or context.

The Firebird tells a story of sorcery, freedom and immortality with music by Igor Stravinsky and choreography by ikhail Fokine. It is based on a great variety of Russian fairy tales.

Diaghilev`s dance company, the Ballets Russes, was created more than a century ago but continues to inspire today. Dazzling dancing, striking design and innovative music were the hallmarks of every performance then and I am delighted that Dubai Opera can host this fantastic celebration of one of the worlds greatest-ever ballet ensembles.

Organized by: Dubai Opera
Venue: Dubai Opera
Ticket price: from AED 250
Admission: 8:00 PM