Introduction
The Bolshoi Ballet—renowned as one of the world’s three great ballet companies, with a history of over 240 years—will come to Japan in November of 2020. For the past six decades, the Bolshoi Ballet has had a close connection with Japan, where its performances have moved and delighted people of all ages in every era.
On this, its first tour of Japan in three years, the Bolshoi Ballet will perform three great ballets which fully convey the spirit and strength of the Bolshoi Ballet’s “new era”: the timeless masterpiece “Swan Lake”; “Spartacus,” a Bolshoi favorite that captivates audiences with its powerful music and vibrant, dynamic choreography; and an opulent special production called “Bolshoi Premium Edition,” showcasing star dancers at the height of their powers.
With a magnificent array of renowned ballet stars and up-and-coming dancers, we are proud to present the new golden age of the Bolshoi Ballet!
This Bolshoi Ballet Japan tour—with a total of 230 tour members including the Bolshoi Theatre’s world-famous dancers, the Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, stage staff and more—is not to be missed!