Two Sensational Performances. One Magnificent Evening of Ballet | The Grand Kyiv Ballet

By popular demand, The Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine will return to Newcastle’s Civic Theatre on 29 and 30 May to present their double bill of Forest Song and Don Quixote.

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The audience response to their performances in 2023 was amazing, with standing ovations following every performance, and we can’t wait to welcome them back.

The Grand Kyiv Ballet was founded in 2014 by Artistic Director Oleksandr Stoianov, previously a principal dancer with the National Opera of Ukraine for a decade. The Grand Kyiv Ballet has toured extensively worldwide, including the USA, China, Europe, Scandinavia and South America. Performances are regularly attended by Royal families, politicians and many public figures. From the first days of the war, the Grand Kyiv Ballet has performed charity tours in France, Sweden, Norway, South America, Poland and the USA.

Act One – The Ukrainian showpiece… 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 based on the Ukrainian folk story with music by Ukrainian composer Mikhail Skorulskyi, who created an anthem for wildlife, nature and true love, to which the main characters aspire. 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.

Acts Two & Three – 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. Don Quixote and his sidekick Sancho Panza set off on an adventure together, hoping to achieve incredible feats and bring glory to his name. Gypsies, bullfighters, lavish costumes, breathtaking dancers, and an inspiring music score ensure that Don Quixote is a not-to-be missed experience.

For more information and tickets, visit www.civictheatrenewcastle.com.au.