State Ballet Theatre of Russia brings ‘Sleeping Beauty’ to JAX

The State Ballet Theatre of Russia is coming to Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center with “Sleeping Beauty.”  This full-scale production is choreographed by famous choreographer, Marius Petipa.  Brought to glorious life by The State Ballet Theatre of Russia and based on the Brothers Grimm's version, this romantic tale tells the story of a princess cursed to sleep for 100 years. Presenting 55 of Russia’s brightest ballet stars, this celebration of true love, considered one of Tchaikovsky’s greatest jewels, is brought onto the stage for only one performance.

Founded by legendary dancer and former Prima Ballerina of The Bolshoi Theatre Ballet, Maya Plisetskaya, The State Ballet Theatre of Russia, now under the direction of award-winning dancer and Moiseyev Dance Company soloist Nikolay Anokhin, presents the most passionate love story Ballet.  Music is by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Choreography by Marius Petipa.

“Effortless precision.” – Palm Beach Daily News “Full of enchantment!” – The New York Times.

“Sleeping Beauty”
DATE: January 12, 2018
TIME: 8 p.m.

LOCATION: Times Union Center Performing Arts
      Moran Theater
      300 West Water St.
      Jacksonville, FL 32202

TICKETS:  start at $18 for children (12 and under) and $33.75 for adults, plus applicable fees.  They may also be purchased online at FSCJ Artist Series (the official presenter of the Jacksonville show), or by calling (904) 632-5000 between 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.