The Russian State Ballet of Siberia to Return to Bristol This Winter

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia returns in 2017 for a 17 venue schedule (3 January - 26 February) arriving at The Bristol Hippodrome from Thursday 19th - Saturday 21st January. It will be the Company's 15th UK tour and will feature exquisite performances of the world's most popular ballets.

Formed in 1981, The Russian State Ballet of Siberia has become established as one of Russia's leading ballet companies. Under the artistic directorship of Sergei Bobrov, dancers from across Russia have forged their skills and artistry performing an expanding repertoire of new works and exceptional productions of timeless classics. The soloists and corps de ballet are outstanding, delighting audiences with their breath-taking physical ability and beautiful costumes as each storyline unfolds to the live accompaniment of the Russian State Ballet Orchestra of Siberia. The company comprises over 40 dancers and 30 musicians.

Commenting on the tour, Sergei Bobrov said 'It is always a pleasure to bring the unique traditions of Russian Ballet to British audiences. Touring with a full company of dancers as well as highly skilled musicians is always exciting; for me, it is very special to have the power of a symphony orchestra bringing the choreography to life on stage.'

La Fille mal gardée

Recreated by Alexander Gorsky, this remains one of the oldest ballets still regularly performed. A gentle tale of love thwarted, unrequited and found. It is a masterpiece of comedy, with plenty of ribbons, romance and rivalry. La Fille mal gardée conjures up a world of pastoral simplicity where a farm boy woos a flirty farmer's daughter and they find inventive ways to avoid her mother. Complete with virtuoso pas de deux, maypole and clog dances, this classic ballet will send you home happy, delighting those enjoying it for the very first time as well as those who want to see it again and again.

The Nutcracker

This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve. As snowflakes fall outside, the warm glow of the open fire sends flickering shadows across the boughs of the Christmas tree and all the presents beneath. When midnight strikes we are swept away to a fairy tale world where nothing is quite as it seems, toy dolls spring to life, the Mouse King and his mouse army battle with the Nutcracker Prince and we travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins...

Swan Lake

The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky's haunting and unforgettable score. From the impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all. From Odile, the temptress in black tulle as she seduces the Prince by spinning with captivating precision to the spellbound purity of the swan queen, Odette as she flutters with emotional intensity, the dual role of Odette/Odile is one of ballet's most unmissable technical challenges.

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IF YOU GO:

RUSSIAN STATE BALLET OF SIBERIA

Thursday 19th - Saturday 21st January

Thu - La Fille mal gardee 7:30pm

Friday - The Nutcracker 7:30pm

Saturday - Swan Lake 2:30 & 7:30pm

Tickets from £17

Concessions available