28 June 2022
"Apollo Musagetes" on the stage of the Boris Eifman Ballet Theatre
Exactly 94 years ago, the premiere of Igor Stravinsky's ballet Apollo Musagete with choreography by George Balanchine took place in Paris. This production went down in the history of neoclassical ballet art, and also became the starting point for the creation of Boris Eifman's one-act performance Musagete, dedicated to the talented choreographer of the last century.
The productions are connected not only by the name, but also by the ideological structure. In Balanchine's work, the central figure is Apollo, surrounded by three muses - Terpsichore, Polyhymnia and Calliope. Eifman makes Balanchine his main character, who in the course of the performance encounters his own muses – women who in one way or another influenced the choreographer’s work.
Boris Eifman’s ballet “Musaget” was first presented to audiences in 2004 in New York, and on June 17 and 18, an updated version of the performance will be available to St. Petersburg residents. You can see the performance at the graduation concerts of the Dance Academy. The leading soloists of the Theater Oleg Gabyshev and Daniel Rubin will perform in the part of George Balanchine.
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8 April
Anna Karenina at the Alexandrinsky Theatre: Immerse yourself in a world of passion and emotion
In July 2026, Boris Eifman's ballet Anna Karenina will once again be performed at the Alexandrinsky Theatre. Experience the atmosphere of Tolstoy's era with vibrant dance numbers and Tchaikovsky's music. Don't miss your chance to be part of this event!
5 April
Eifman's ballet "Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan" – behind-the-scenes dramas on the stage of the Alexandrinsky Theatre
Boris Eifman's new ballet "Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan" reveals the inner world of the great comedy writer and the intrigues of theatrical life, bringing backstage passions to life through movement and drama.
5 April
Boris Eifman's Anna Karenina: Passion, Choice, and Tragedy on the Alexandrinsky Theatre Stage
Boris Eifman's new production of Anna Karenina conveys the heroine's inner world through dance and contemporary choreography, revealing the passion, moral dilemmas, and tragedy of Tolstoy's classic novel.
5 April
Boris Eifman's "The Seagull. A Ballet Story": Drama and Backstage at the Alexandrinsky Theatre
Boris Eifman's ballet "The Seagull. A Ballet Story" will be performed at the Alexandrinsky Theatre, revealing the dancers' behind-the-scenes passions, creative explorations, and personal dramas through the expressive language of dance.
4 April
"Rodin, Her Eternal Idol": A Story of Love and Tragedy in Boris Eifman's Ballet
The ballet "Rodin, Her Eternal Idol" reveals the fates of Camille Claudel and Auguste Rodin through the sculptural language of psychological ballet, demonstrating the passion, creativity, and emotional trials of these great masters.
4 April
"The Pygmalion Effect": A Ballet About Transformation and the Price of Dreams at the Alexandrinsky Theatre
Boris Eifman's production explores the power of expectations and the inner transformations of personality, combining the grace of a waltz with the drama of human destinies.
1 April
Eifman Gala at the Kremlin: Immerse yourself in the world of ballet
The State Kremlin Palace will host the "Eifman Gala," a unique program from the Boris Eifman Ballet Theatre. Enjoy selected excerpts from masterpieces and celebrate the maestro's anniversary with us!
28 February
Boris Eifman's Psychological Ballet: "Rodin, Her Eternal Idol" at the Alexandrinsky Theatre
Immerse yourself in a world of passion and tragedy on the Boris Eifman Ballet Theatre's tour of St. Petersburg. The ballet "Rodin, Her Eternal Idol" brings to life the sculptures of Rodin and Claudel, revealing the drama of their relationship. Don't miss
26 February
Boris Eifman's Crime and Punishment at the Alexandrinsky Theatre: Dostoevsky's Philosophy Through Dance
Immerse yourself in Dostoevsky's world with the ballet Crime and Punishment at the Alexandrinsky Theatre. Boris Eifman reveals Raskolnikov's inner contradictions through unique choreography. Don't miss this philosophical reflection on stage.
5 February
"Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan" at the Alexandrinsky Theatre: A Ballet about the Price of Genius
Boris Eifman's ballet "Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan" at the Alexandrinsky Theatre is a dramatic journey through the life of the great comedy writer, where theater and life are inseparable.