Swan Lake: International Festival Ballet at Grand Rex for a classic ballet

Swan Lake returns to the Grand Rex stage on March 15, 2026 at 1:30 pm, in an ambitious production by International Festival Ballet. This legendary ballet, set to Tchaikovsky's music, depicts the love of Prince Siegfried for Odette, a princess transformed into a swan by a terrible spell. This version of the famous romantic tale promises a spectacular immersion in the world of classical ballet, thanks to the presence of 42 dancers and a live orchestra.

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The choreography follows in the tradition of Russian ballet, including the famous "Allegro moderato" from Act II, which has become one of the most recognized passages in the repertoire, notably through the famous "Dance of the Little Swans". The sets were designed by Vjatscheslav Okunev, a renowned set designer who regularly collaborates with major institutions such as the Mariinsky and La Scala, and the costumes magnify the work's dreamlike aesthetic.

The International Festival Ballet, which grew out of the former St. Petersburg Festival Ballet, brings together dancers trained in the most prestigious Russian, Ukrainian and European schools. Since 2022, the company has asserted its desire to position itself as an international, united and peaceful ensemble, through a change of name and numerous public commitments in favor of peace.

The show is aimed at lovers of classical ballet, families and all those who wish to discover Swan Lake in a version that respects tradition while benefiting from a strong visual staging. Audiences sensitive to great live music will also find this proposal a complete experience, with the festival orchestra accompanying the ensemble with a rich and masterful repertoire.

This production of Swan Lake would thus offer a faithful and sumptuous tribute to one of the most popular masterpieces of the choreographic repertoire, in a format accessible to the general public and dance enthusiasts alike.

This article is based on publicly available information and is not based on direct experience of the show.

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