Swan Lake | National Ballet Theatre of Russia

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The National Ballet Theater of Russia, under the direction of Vyacheslav Gordeev, is proud to present:

A ballet in 2 acts and 4 scenes

"Swan Lake" | A grand production featuring stars from the theater's primary ensemble!

Music by P.I. Tchaikovsky

Directed by: V. Gordeev

Choreography by: L. Ivanov, A. Gorsky, M. Petipa, V. Gordeev

"No political spirit can influence the magical atmosphere of our performances. Art is truly a messenger of peace. In my career, I have often taken on the mission of being a cultural ambassador, not only in the West but also in the East."
Vyacheslav Gordeev

The timeless classic of ballet – "Swan Lake" – in the version of the Russian Ballet Theater under the direction of Vyacheslav Gordeev – is coming to Israel in the fall season of 2026, to the delight of all ballet enthusiasts.

Classical Russian ballet, the amazing music of Tchaikovsky performed by one of the world's leading ballet companies, is no longer just an aesthetic delight – it is a way to heal the soul, to be filled with the beauty and harmony contained in this masterpiece.

Against the backdrop of Tchaikovsky's eternal music and the stunning choreography of Marius Petipa, this production combines the magic of classic Russian ballet with magnificent scenery, costumes adorned with gold details, and virtuoso performances by dancers from the theater's primary ensemble. Not without reason, "Swan Lake" is the most popular show in the theater's repertoire. In 2012, the 1000th anniversary performance of the ballet was held in a production by the National Ballet Theater of Russia.

Why should you attend?

✔ World-class performance – The company, awarded the "Best Ballet Theater in Europe" prize by the European Producers Association, brings the fullest and most magnificent version of the ballet, with no cuts and no compromises. Among ballet lovers in Russia and the world, the theater under Gordeev's management is considered one of the leading theaters in the field of ballet – on par with the Bolshoi Theater and the Mariinsky Theater.

✔ Beauty and harmony – In a turbulent world full of challenges, classical ballet is a refuge of eternal beauty, offering you moments of magic and tranquility.

Vyacheslav Gordeev, former soloist of the Bolshoi and international ballet star, brings his magnificent interpretation to the work – combining the tradition of classical Russian ballet with innovation.

The production has received accolades worldwide, and now you can experience it here in Israel!

Credit: Photos: "The National Ballet Theater of Russia under the direction of Gordeev"; Graphic Design: "Alisa Studio".