The Mikhailovsky Ballet presents an afternoon of varied ballet treats.

The Triple Bill includes Halte De Cavalerie, a gem dating from 1896 choreographed by Marius Petipa to music by Ivan Armsheimer, and Paquita, a flamboyant display showcasing the virtuoso dancing by the company. Choreographed in 1846 by Joseph Mazilier it was restaged by Petipa in 1881 to music by Léon Minkus.

Divertissements, especially selected for this first ever UK visit, include Spring Waters to music by Rachmaninov, choreographed by Asaf Messerer and staged by his nephew the British-based Mikhail Messerer, Ocean and Pearls by Alexander Gorsky.

The Mikhailovsky Theatre is one of the oldest and most celebrated opera and ballet houses in Russia. Opened in 1833, the Mikhailovsky has always been a principal stage for Russian and European artists. During Soviet years renamed Maly Operny, the theatre was an artistic tour de force. The 21st century heralds Mikhailovsky’s renaissance. General Director Vladimir Kekhman, patron of the arts, has donated in excess of $25 million for the renovation of the theatre and is enthusiastically involved in encouraging its artistic revival. 

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