Sunday, 21 May 2023

The Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine will be performing throughout Australia and New Zealand in 2023 with the double bill, Forest Song & Don Quixote.

A magical love story full of mysticism 

alongside the conflict between the human world and nature.


by Helen Musa


THE Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine will stage a one-hour version of the ballet “Forest Song”


ACT ONE

Forest Song


Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine - Forest song

This legendary ballet, which for over 75 years remains not only the pride of Ukraine, but also of world choreography and cultural heritage.


Forest Song is a magical love story, full of mysticism alongside the conflict between the human world and nature. 


It tells a tale of love between a fantastical forest creature Mavka and a man, Lukash. The story is of the fearless and brave Mavka, who longs for peace in her world, just as Ukraine longs for peace in her country today. 


The ballet is filled with complex duets, fouettés and incredible choreographic pieces.


In addition The Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine will stage a one-hour version of the ballet Don Quixote.


ACT TWO

Don Quixote


Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine - Don Quixote

This flamboyant and festive Spanish ballet is a much-loved romantic comedy. It tells the story of a courageous but troubled man’s quest for love. Gypsies, bullfighters, lavish costumes, breath-taking dancers and an inspiring music score ensures that Don Quixote is a not-to-be-missed experience.

ABOUT THE GRAND KYIV BALLET OF UKRAINE:


It  was formed in 2014 by the premier dancer of the National Opera of Ukraine, Oleksandr Stoianov.


The company perform a diverse range of classical repertoire, including the legendary ballets Forest Song, Don Quixote, Giselle, Snow White and Carmen Suite, as well as contemporary ballet. 

The Grand Kyiv Ballet have toured all over the world, including throughout Europe, United States of America, China and South America.

In 2023, the Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine will perform throughout Australia and New Zealand with their double bill, Forest Song & Don Quixote.


First published at Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine, 2023


© Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine - www.ukraineballet.com.au



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