5 February
"Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan" at the Alexandrinsky Theatre: A Ballet about the Price of Genius
The Alexandrinsky Theatre presents Boris Eifman's ballet "Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan"—the choreographer's second exploration of the life and artistic universe of the great French comedy writer. The production continues the reflections begun in the production of "Don Juan and Molière" and, with renewed vigor, reveals the contradictory unity of stage and reality, the author and his characters.
As if on the other side of the curtain, the audience sees the mixture of intrigue, passion, doubt, and pain that gives birth to immortal comedies. For Boris Eifman, Molière is an artist who created his own theater and completely immersed himself in his calling. His multidimensional personality emerges in the ballet with particular clarity and dramatic depth.
The performance's visual appearance emphasizes this internal conflict. Vibrant sets, meticulous costumes, and a dynamic lighting design create a sharp contrast between the deceptively captivating world of the stage and the sorrowful, exhausting existence of the creator. Molière's life is a path of constant struggle for the right to act, write, and be heard.
Through the characters of "The School for Wives," "Tartuffe," and other plays, the ballet leads the audience along the winding paths of Jean-Baptiste's life—from the wanderings of a traveling troupe to the triumph of the Palais Royal and his final public appearance. The mask of Don Juan becomes both a reflection and a challenge for Molière, an alter ego in which temptation and hatred combine. On our website you can purchase tickets for the play "Passions According to Moliere, or The Mask of Don Juan" and experience the story of the great artist who paid with his life for the right to create the eternal.
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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.
31 January
Immerse yourself in passion and tragedy: Boris Eifman's ballet "Rodin, Her Eternal Idol" at the Alexandrinsky Theatre
The Alexandrinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg invites you to the Boris Eifman Ballet Theatre. Experience the drama and genius of Rodin and Claudel's relationship in the ballet "Rodin, Her Eternal Idol." Unique choreography comes to life on stage.
12 January
Boris Eifman's Ballet "Anna Karenina": A Timeless Tragedy of Passion
Boris Eifman's ballet "Anna Karenina" is a profound psychological interpretation of Tolstoy's novel, told through the language of the body. It is a story of passion, choice, and inner drama that remains relevant today.