Sleeping Beauty - The Russian National Ballet Theatre under the direction of Vyacheslav Gordeyev

P.G.K. Productions Ltd. is proud to present: 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 theatre's first-cast stars! 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 truly is an ambassador of peace. In my career I have more than once taken on 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 — arrives in Israel in autumn 2026, to the delight of all ballet lovers. Classical Russian ballet, Tchaikovsky's magnificent music performed by one of the world's leading ballet companies, has long ceased to be mere 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 theaters for over a hundred years, ever since its historic, brilliant 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 know every twist of 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 Soviet Union Vyacheslav Gordeyev, based on the original libretto by Ivan Vsevolozhsky and Marius Petipa. For this exceptional production, Gordeyev was awarded the prestigious Western European Impresarios Association prize for "The Most Grandiose Production of 2000"! Set to Tchaikovsky's timeless music and Marius Petipa's spectacular 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. A legend of Russian ballet, Vyacheslav Gordeyev — the superstar and legendary premier dancer of the Bolshoi Theatre, who devoted his entire life to the art of ballet, also displayed his virtuoso talent as a choreographer. Gordeyev the choreographer won the hearts and earned the esteem of international ballet critics. In 1992, following a spectacular European tour by the theatre, he was awarded the prestigious title of "Choreographer of the Year," and later — a special prize from Maurice Béjart himself! The national "Russian Ballet" theatre has earned a position of honor on the world ballet stage. Among ballet lovers, both from Russia and from every corner of the globe, the company enjoys enormous and well-deserved popularity — standing shoulder to shoulder with the great and prestigious theatres like the Bolshoi Theatre and the Mariinsky Theatre. The production has earned acclaim around the world, and now you can experience it here in Israel! International recognition has not been slow in coming: the English newspaper "Western Morning News," in its review of the Russian Ballet Theatre, spared no praise and stated firmly: "Only rarely does it fall to us to witness 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 showing that more than a hundred thousand spectators attended its performances during a single tour! The theatre, which the British newspaper "The Journal" dubbed "a showcase of ballet talent," received tremendous honor and was crowned by the Western European Impresarios Association with the esteemed title "Best Ballet Company in Europe"! Don't miss the ballet event of the year — book your seats in advance!