Sleeping Beauty - The Russian National Ballet Theatre directed by Vyacheslav Gordeyev (17:30)

P.G.K. Productions Ltd. is proud to present: The Russian National Ballet Theatre, directed by Vyacheslav Gordeyev, proudly presents: 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 by M. Petipa, V. Gordeyev, F. Lopukhov. "There is no political wind that can affect the magical atmosphere of our performances. Art is truly an ambassador of peace. In my career I have more than once taken on the mission of being a cultural envoy, not only in the West but also in the East." — Vyacheslav Gordeyev. Ballet's eternal classic — "Sleeping Beauty" — in the version of the "Russian Ballet" theatre, directed by Vyacheslav Gordeyev, arrives in Israel in the autumn 2026 season, to the delight of all ballet lovers. Classical Russian ballet and Tchaikovsky's stunning music, performed by one of the world's leading ballet companies, have long been more than an aesthetic pleasure — they are a way to heal the soul and to be filled with the beauty and harmony of the images in this masterpiece. 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 historic premiere directed by Marius Petipa, which took place in 1890 on the stage of the Mariinsky Theatre. Tchaikovsky's musical genius, Marius Petipa's brilliant choreography, and the dramatic libretto dealing with the power of true love and loyalty, and 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 already know every twist in the plot and every note in the music. The "Russian Ballet" theatre presents the ballet "Sleeping Beauty" in the stunning staging and adaptation by People's Artist of the USSR Vyacheslav Gordeyev, based on the original libretto by Ivan Vsevolozhsky and Marius Petipa. For this exceptional production, Gordeyev was awarded the prestigious prize of the Western European Promoters Association for "The Most Grandiose Production of 2000"! Set to Tchaikovsky's timeless music and Marius Petipa's magnificent choreography, this production combines the magic of classical Russian ballet with opulent sets, costumes adorned with gold details, and virtuoso performances by dancers from the theatre's first cast. The legend of Russian ballet, Vyacheslav Gordeyev — a superstar dancer and the legendary premier of the Bolshoi Theatre, who devoted his entire life to the art of ballet, also displayed his virtuosic talent as a choreographer. Gordeyev the choreographer won the hearts and earned the esteem of international ballet critics. In 1992, following a spectacular tour of the theatre in Europe, he was awarded the prestigious title "Choreographer of the Year," and afterward — a special award from Maurice Béjart himself! The national theatre "Russian Ballet" has earned a place of honor on the world ballet stage. Among ballet lovers, both from Russia and from all corners of the world, the company enjoys immense and well-deserved popularity — standing alongside the great and prestigious theatres such as the Bolshoi Theatre and the Mariinsky Theatre. The production has been praised around the world, and now you can experience it here in Israel! International recognition has not been slow to arrive: the English newspaper "Western Morning News," in its review of the "Russian Ballet" theatre, spared no praise and stated firmly: "Only rarely do we have the privilege of witnessing contemporary Russian talent at its absolute finest!" In Germany, "Russian Ballet" achieved an even more impressive feat and won the prestigious "Golden Ticket" — a mark showing that more than one hundred thousand spectators attended its performances during a single tour in