Russia’s acclaimed ballet company returns to the UK – On tour January – February 2017
Performed by The Russian State Ballet of Siberia and accompanied by The Orchestra of the Russian State Ballet.
Sergei Bobrov – Artistic Director
Anatoly Tchepurnoi – Music Director and Chief Conductor
The Russian State Ballet of Siberia returns in 2017 for a 17 venue schedule (3 January – 25 February). It will be the Company’s 15th UK tour and will feature exquisite performances of five of world’s most popular ballets.
Formed in 1981, The Russian State Ballet of Siberia has become established as one of Russia’s leading ballet companies. Under the artistic directorship of Sergei Bobrov, dancers from across Russia have forged their skills and artistry performing an expanding repertoire of new works and exceptional productions of timeless classics. The soloists and corps de ballet are outstanding, delighting audiences with their breath-taking physical ability and beautiful costumes as each storyline unfolds to the live accompaniment of the Russian State Ballet Orchestra of Siberia. The company comprises over 40 dancers and 30 musicians.
Commenting on the tour, Sergei Bobrov said ‘It is always a pleasure to bring the unique traditions of Russian Ballet to British audiences. Touring with a full company of dancers as well as highly skilled musicians is always exciting; for me, it is very special to have the power of a symphony orchestra bringing the choreography to life on stage.’
La Fille mal gardée
Recreated by Alexander Gorsky, this remains one of the oldest ballets still regularly performed. A gentle tale of love thwarted, unrequited and found. It is a masterpiece of comedy, with plenty of ribbons, romance and rivalry. La Fille mal gardée conjures up a world of pastoral simplicity where a farm boy woos a flirty farmer’s daughter and they find inventive ways to avoid her mother. Complete with virtuoso pas de deux, maypole and clog dances, this classic ballet will send you home happy, delighting those enjoying it for the very first time as well as those who want to see it again and again.
Coppélia
Every toy has a story, especially in this charming comedy of errors, a witty combination of antics and abracadabra, set in a doll maker’s workshop. This light-hearted tale of mistaken identity and confused lovers follows mischievous Swanilda, her impetuous suitor Franz and the eccentric toymaker Dr.Coppelius as they are brought to life by sparkling choreography and the animated score of Delibes. Coppélia is perfect for first-time ballet goers, families and everyone in between.
Swan Lake
The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score. From the impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all. From Odile, the temptress in black tulle as she seduces the Prince by spinning with captivating precision to the spellbound purity of the swan queen, Odette as she flutters with emotional intensity, the dual role of Odette/Odile is one of ballet’s most unmissable technical challenges.
The Nutcracker
This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve. As snowflakes fall outside, the warm glow of the open fire sends flickering shadows across the boughs of the Christmas tree and all the presents beneath. When midnight strikes we are swept away to a fairy tale world where nothing is quite as it seems, toy dolls spring to life, the Mouse King and his mouse army battle with the Nutcracker Prince and we travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins…
Giselle
This, the most poignant of all classical ballets is filled with dramatic passion in a chilling and heart-rending tale of love, treachery and forgiveness from beyond the grave. The moving story of delicate Giselle and her aristocratic but duplicitous lover Albrecht is set to a glorious score. From the visual splendour of the rustic villagers happily gathering the harvest at the start of the story to the eerie moonlit forest haunted by beautifully drifting spirits, this production is unforgettable.
Liverpool Tour Dates 2017
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Box Office 0844 871 3017– Calls will cost 7 pence per minute plus your telephone company’s access charge.
- 30 January Giselle 7.30pm
- 31 January Swan Lake 7.30pm
- 1 February Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Other locations include:
Manchester The Bridgewater Hall
- Box Office 0161 907 9000
- 3 – 4 January The Nutcracker Tue 7.30pm;
- Wed 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Buxton Opera House
- Box Office 01298 72190
- 5 – 6 January Swan Lake 7.30pm daily
- 7 January The Nutcracker 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Portsmouth Guildhall
- Box Office 0844 847 2362 – Calls will cost 7 pence per minute plus your telephone company’s access charge.
- 9 – 10 January Swan Lake 7.30pm daily
- 11 January The Nutcracker 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Brighton Theatre Royal
- Box Office 0844 871 7650 – Calls will cost 7 pence per minute plus your telephone company’s access charge.
- 12 – 13 January Swan Lake 7.30pm daily
- 14 January The Nutcracker 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Blackpool Grand Theatre
- Box Office 01253 290190
- 16 January The Nutcracker 7.30pm
- 17 January Coppélia 7.30pm
- 18 January Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Bristol Hippodrome
- Box Office 0844 871 3012 – Calls will cost 7 pence per minute plus your telephone company’s access charge.
- 19 January La Fille mal gardée 7.30pm
- 20 January The Nutcracker 7.30pm
- 21 January Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Basingstoke The Anvil
- Box Office 01256 844244
- 23 January La Fille mal gardée 7.30pm
- 24 January Coppélia 7.30pm
- 25 January Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Norwich Theatre Royal
- Box Office 01603 630000
- 26 January Coppélia 7.30pm
- 27 January La Fille mal gardée 7.30pm
- 28 January Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Southend Cliffs Pavilion
- Box Office 01702 351135
- 29 January The Nutcracker 2.00pm & 5.30pm
- 26 February Swan Lake 2.00pm & 5.30pm
Liverpool Empire Theatre
- Box Office 0844 871 3017– Calls will cost 7 pence per minute plus your telephone company’s access charge.
- 30 January Giselle 7.30pm
- 31 January Swan Lake 7.30pm
- 1 February Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Leicester De Montfort Hall
- Box Office 0116 233 3111
- 2 February Giselle 7.30pm
- 3 February Swan Lake 7.30pm
- 4 February The Nutcracker 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
- Box Office 01902 429212
- 5 February The Nutcracker 4.00pm
- 6 February Swan Lake 7.30pm
- 7 February Coppélia 7.30pm
Wimbledon New Theatre
- Box Office 0844 871 7646 – Calls will cost 7 pence per minute plus your telephone company’s access charge.
- 9 February La Fille mal gardée 7.30pm
- 10 February Coppélia 7.30pm
- 11 February Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Malvern Festival Theatre
- Box Office 01684 892277
- 12 February The Nutcracker 2.30pm & 5.30pm
- 13 February Coppélia 7.30pm
- 14 February La Fille mal gardée 7.30pm
- 15 February Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
High Wycombe Swan Theatre
- Box Office 01494 512000
- 16 February Coppélia 7.30pm
- 17 February Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
- 18 – 19 February The Nutcracker Sat 2.30pm
- & 7.30pm; Sun 2.30pm
Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
- Box Office 0844 576 3000 – Calls will cost 7 pence per minute plus your telephone company’s access charge.
- 20 February Coppélia 7.30pm
- 21 February The Nutcracker 7.30pm
- 22 February Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Ipswich Regent Theatre
- Box Office 01473 433100
- 23 February La Fille mal gardée 7.30pm
- 24 February The Nutcracker 7.30pm
- 25 February Swan Lake 2.30pm & 7.30pm
For full information on prices, discounts and concessions please call your local venue or visit their website.
Event Date: Monday 30th January 2017 - Wednesday 1st February 2017
Categories: Classical Music | Liverpool | Music | Ticketed | Tour
Contact Details: Box Office - Liverpool Empire Theatre, Tel: 0844 847 2319 (call charges do apply)
