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This 19th century ballet, undoubtedly, belongs to the short list of the most watched and staged ballets of the world since its premier in Moscow’s Bolshoi Theater in 1877.

The Swan Lake marvels with both choreography and music by the Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky.

Kyiv’s Opera Theater once again gives you a chance to see this wonderful ballet in its classical interpretation. The show has been running virtually unchanged since 1995.

The libretto tells the story of a beautiful girl who was turning into a swan. She met a prince, and they fell in love, but an evil wizard wants to steal their happiness.

The beautiful romance is splendidly performed by the troupe famous for its classical training.

Feb. 28. Opera Theater. 7 p.m. Hr 10 – 200