The classic ballet Swan Lake will have several performances in May at the Long Center in Austin. It will be accompanied by the Austin Symphony Orchestra and will use the original choreography designed by Marius Petipa.
Created in one year by Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the initial premiere of Swan Lake was considered a failure. However, it has since become one of the most well-known, adapted, and performed ballets in history.
The story tells of a young woman, Odette, who, along with her companions, is cursed to transform into a swan at night. Only through true love can this spell be broken. She is discovered by a prince, to whom she tells her story. He pledges himself to her but is tricked into pledging his love to another. Heartbroken, Odette dies alongside her prince.
Marius Petipa was a dancer and choreographer that held a position at the Mariinskiy Theatre in St. Petersburg for over 60 years. He was known as one of the most outstanding dancers of his day. He also had a profound impact on the modern Russian ballet scene.
The performances will take place on May 6 and 7 at 8:00 pm, and May 7 and 8 at 2:00 pm at 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704. Tickets start at $24. Venues like the Long Center may be interested in banner printing services to promote their events.
