5 June 2025
Eifman Theatre: Ballet that speaks the language of the soul
The St. Petersburg State Academic Ballet Theatre of Boris Eifman is one of the most striking phenomena on the map of contemporary Russian art. Founded in 1977 by the outstanding choreographer Boris Eifman, from the first years of its existence it became a synonym for creative freedom, plastic novelty and intellectual depth.
Eifman is a unique figure. Already in the 1970s, his performances amazed the audience with the boldness of their choreographic language: the classical school enriched with elements of modernism, dramaturgy based on philosophical and literary sources, expression bordering on catharsis. It was Eifman who offered the world a new approach to ballet - as a synthesis of psychology, philosophy and plasticity.
The theater's first productions - "Only Love", "Interrupted Song", "Boomerang", "The Idiot" - became a revolution on the national stage. Eifman was not afraid to work with rock music, to address political themes, to stage ballets based on the works of Dostoevsky and even on the tragic fate of Viktor Jara. These performances not only formed the face of the troupe, but also determined the vector of development of all Russian modern ballet.
Today, the Boris Eifman Ballet Theater is an international brand. Its tours take place all over the world, performances gather full houses in New York, Paris, Tokyo. However, you can also see legendary productions in St. Petersburg. New and classic works are available to the audience during the theater season - just buy tickets on our website.
The Eifman Theater is not just ballet. It is live emotion, drama in motion, a challenge to templates. Buying tickets means touching the great.
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6 July
Boris Eifman's ballet Crime and Punishment invites us to rediscover Dostoevsky's novel.
The Alexandrinsky Theatre will present the ballet "Crime and Punishment" by the Boris Eifman Ballet Theatre. The production brings the philosophical ideas of Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel to the world of modern choreography.
4 June
Theodor Bastard Concert in St. Petersburg: Dive into the New Album "▽" at the Boris Eifman Theatre
On December 12, St. Petersburg will experience the magic of Theodor Bastard at the Boris Eifman Ballet Theatre. Discover the new sound of the album "▽" with its unique atmosphere and visual concept. Be a part of this unforgettable event!
5 May
Boris Eifman's Anna Karenina at the Alexandrinsky Theatre: Passion and Drama on Stage
Immerse yourself in a world of passion and drama with Boris Eifman's Anna Karenina on the historic stage of the Alexandrinsky Theatre. The unique choreography and emotional depth of the work will leave you captivated.
5 May
Immerse yourself in the magic of ballet: "The Pygmalion Effect" at the Alexandrinsky Theatre
Discover a captivating world of art with Boris Eifman's "The Pygmalion Effect." The Alexandrinsky Theatre invites you to a performance of transformation and inspiration set to the music of Strauss. Don't miss this unique event!
3 May
Boris Eifman's "Crime and Punishment" at the Alexandrinsky Theatre: a choreographic interpretation of Dostoevsky's novel
The third novel in the "Great Pentateuch" is staged by the choreographer who previously translated "The Idiot" and "The Brothers Karamazov" into dance. A good choice for lovers of contemporary ballet.
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.