A masterpiece of timeless beauty and classical choreography, "Swan Lake" is one of the best known and most popular ballets of all time. Its secret is not only in the perfection of the great composer's music, but also in the complex characters and poetic thought which it powerfully expresses. One of the most beloved ballet stories, "Swan Lake" is the story of eternal love, delusions and hope, the handsome prince Siegfried, and the beautiful maiden Odette who is turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer's curse.
Tchaikovsky's ballet was first staged at the Bolshoi Theatre in 1877, but the premiere failed as the talented composer left most of the ballet traditions of his time far behind. The great work only became popular after the creator's death.
This fully staged production of "Swan Lake" is choreographed and directed by Natalia Makarova, the star of the former legendary Kirov Ballet and renowned companies of the West.
This evening of classical ballet is sponsored by The BottomLine magazine.
The Tchaikovsky Ballet and Orchestra will perform "Swan Lake" at the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, California, on Sunday, April 6, at 7:00pm. Tickets are priced at $75, $65, and $25. -- www.mccallumtheatre.com
