"Swan Lake" and "The Sleeping Beauty": The Russian State Ballet Theater Comes to Israel

The grand productions of the Russian State Ballet Theater, under the direction of ballet legend Vyacheslav Gordeev, are coming to Israel for a series of performances featuring two of classical ballet's most beloved masterpieces: "Swan Lake" and "The Sleeping Beauty". These two massive productions, performed by the theater's principal stars, combine the timeless music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the tradition of Russian ballet, magnificent scenery, spectacular costumes, and virtuoso performances.

Swan Lake:

The work most identified with the world of classical ballet returns to the stage in a full and magnificent production. The tragic love story of Prince Siegfried and Princess Odette, who was turned into a swan by a curse, receives new life in Gordeev's interpretation, which bridges classical Russian ballet tradition with contemporary stage power. Swan Lake is the most popular show in the theater's repertoire. Tchaikovsky's music, the classical choreography, and the demanding dual role of Odette and Odile have made this work one of the pinnacles of ballet art.
Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Direction: Vyacheslav Gordeev, Choreography: Lev Ivanov, Alexander Gorsky, Marius Petipa, and Vyacheslav Gordeev.

The Sleeping Beauty:

Charles Perrault's famous fairy tale takes the stage in a rich and spectacular version, telling the story of the power of true love and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Since its historic premiere at the Mariinsky Theatre in 1890, "The Sleeping Beauty" has been considered one of the most complete and challenging works in the classical repertoire, even earning the nickname "The Encyclopedia of Classical Dance." Gordeev's production is based on the original libretto by Ivan Vsevolozhsky and Marius Petipa. For this production, he was awarded the Western European Promoters Association prize for the most grandiose production of the year 2000. Alongside Tchaikovsky's music and Petipa's choreography, the production presents a legendary world of magnificent scenery, ornate costumes, and performances by the lead dancers.
Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Direction: Vyacheslav Gordeev, Choreography: Marius Petipa, Vyacheslav Gordeev, and Fyodor Lopukhov.

Vyacheslav Gordeev and the Russian State Ballet Theater:

Vyacheslav Gordeev, a former principal dancer and star of the Bolshoi Theater, has dedicated his life to the art of ballet as a dancer, choreographer, and artistic director. In 1992, he was awarded the title "Choreographer of the Year" and later received a special award from Maurice Béjart. The theater under his management enjoys international recognition and performs for audiences worldwide. The troupe was named "Best Ballet Company in Europe" by the Western European Promoters Association, and in Germany, it won the "Golden Ticket" after more than one hundred thousand spectators attended its performances during a single tour.

Performances will take place in: Ashdod, Be'er Sheva, Rishon LeZion, Rehovot, Modi'in, Karmiel, Ma'alot-Tarshiha, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Jerusalem, Petah Tikva, Kiryat Motzkin, and Herzliya.

"Swan Lake"
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"The Sleeping Beauty"
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October 20 to November 4, 2026
Ticket prices: 205 to 365 NIS

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Full Performance Schedule:

Swan Lake

October 21 | Wed | 19:00 | Modi'in Maccabim Re'ut Cultural Center | Modi'in

October 23 | Fri | 17:30 | Performing Arts Center | Be'er Sheva

October 25 | Sun | 20:00 | Meir Nitzan Cultural and Arts Center | Rishon LeZion

October 28 | Wed | 20:00 | Narcan Cultural Center | Karmiel

October 30 | Fri | 20:00 | Smolarz Auditorium, Tel Aviv University | Tel Aviv–Yafo

November 1 | Sun | 20:00 | Jerusalem Theatre | Jerusalem

November 2 | Mon | 20:00 | Petah Tikva Cultural Center | Petah Tikva

November 3 | Tue | 20:00 | Kiryat Motzkin Theatre | Kiryat Motzkin

The Sleeping Beauty

October 20 | Tue | 17:30 | Performing Arts Center | Ashdod

October 23 | Fri | 13:00 | Performing Arts Center | Be'er Sheva

October 25 | Sun | 17:00 | Meir Nitzan Cultural and Arts Center | Rishon LeZion

October 26 | Mon | 17:30 | Municipal Cultural Center | Rehovot

October 29 | Thu | 18:00 | Ma'alot-Tarshiha Cultural Center | Ma'alot-Tarshiha

October 30 | Fri | 17:00 | Smolarz Auditorium, Tel Aviv University | Tel Aviv–Yafo

October 31 | Sat | 18:00 | Rappaport Center | Haifa

November 1 | Sun | 17:00 | Jerusalem Theatre | Jerusalem

November 4 | Wed | 17:00 | Herzliya Performing Arts Center | Herzliya