Sleeping Beauty - The National Ballet Theatre of Russia, directed by Vyacheslav Gordeyev (17:00)

P.G.K. Productions Ltd. proudly presents: The National Ballet Theatre of Russia, directed by Vyacheslav Gordeyev, is proud to present: a ballet in 2 acts and 4 scenes, "Sleeping Beauty" — a grand production performed by the stars of the theatre's first cast! Music by P. I. Tchaikovsky. Directed by: V. Gordeyev. Choreography: M. Petipa, V. Gordeyev, F. Lopukhov. "No political wind can affect the magical atmosphere of our performances. Art is truly an ambassador of peace. In my career, I have more than once taken upon myself the mission of being a cultural ambassador — not only in the West, but in the East as well." — Vyacheslav Gordeyev. The eternal ballet classic — "Sleeping Beauty" — in the version of the "Russian Ballet" Theatre directed by Vyacheslav Gordeyev — is coming to Israel in the autumn 2026 season, to the delight of all ballet lovers. Classical Russian ballet, the stunning music of Tchaikovsky performed by one of the world's leading ballet companies, has long ceased to be merely an aesthetic pleasure — it is a way to heal the soul, to be filled with the beauty and harmony of the images in this masterful work. The ballet "Sleeping Beauty" is considered an encyclopedia of classical dance. This magical story, based on the famous fairy tale by Charles Perrault, has not left the stages of the world's leading theatres for over a hundred years, since its brilliant historical premiere directed by Marius Petipa, held in 1890 on the stage of the Mariinsky Theatre. Tchaikovsky's musical genius, Marius Petipa's brilliant choreography, and the dramatic libretto about the power of true love and loyalty, in the eternal struggle between good and evil — together they created an unforgettable masterpiece. A work that captures our hearts and makes us want to enjoy it again and again, even when we know every twist in the plot and every note of the music. The "Russian Ballet" Theatre presents the ballet "Sleeping Beauty", directed and magnificently adapted by People's Artist of the USSR Vyacheslav Gordeyev, based on the original libretto by Ivan Vsevolozhsky and Marius Petipa. For this extraordinary production, Gordeyev was awarded the prestigious prize of the Western European Producers' Association for "The Most Grandiose Production of 2000"! Set to Tchaikovsky's eternal music and Marius Petipa's magnificent choreography, this production combines the magic of classical Russian ballet with lavish sets, costumes adorned with gold details, and virtuoso performances by dancers from the theatre's first cast. Legend of Russian ballet Vyacheslav Gordeyev — a superstar dancer and legendary premier of the Bolshoi Theatre who devoted his entire life to the art of ballet — has also displayed his virtuosic talent as a choreographer. Gordeyev the choreographer won the hearts and earned the appreciation of international ballet critics. In 1992, after a spectacular European tour by the theatre, he was awarded the prestigious title "Choreographer of the Year", and afterwards — a special prize from Maurice Béjart himself! The National "Russian Ballet" Theatre has earned a place of honor on the world ballet stage. Among ballet lovers, both from Russia and from every corner of the world, the company enjoys immense and well-deserved popularity — standing in the same league as the great and prestigious theatres such as the Bolshoi Theatre and the Mariinsky Theatre. The production has received acclaim around the world, and now you can experience it right here in Israel! International recognition was not long in coming: the English newspaper "Western Morning News", in its review of the "Russian Ballet" Theatre, spared no praise and stated emphatically: "Only rarely do we have the privilege of witnessing contemporary Russian talent at the height of its glory!" In Germany, the "Russian Ballet" achieved an even more impressive feat, winning the prestigious "Golden Ticket" — a mark indicating that over one hundred thousand spectators attended its performances during a single tour in