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Inspired by brilliant precious stones, George Balanchine exquisitely choreographed "Jewels" in 1967 as three disparate parts, each with its own composer and striking beauty. The ballet serves as a tribute to three cities, Paris, New York and Saint Petersburg, all of which carved the elegance, aesthetic and style of Balanchine. "Emeralds," honoring the French romantic school, reveals the most delicate of movements, while "Rubies" reflects the lightning-fast pace of New York in a jazzy, witty and sharp attack. "Diamonds" is an homage to the opulence and regality of Balanchine's native Russia. Recently added to the Bolshoi repertoire, the dancers bring "a fascinating life" (Financial Times) to this ballet that combines pure virtuosity, class and elegance.

Choreographed by George Balanchine, courtesy of George Balanchine Trust
Music by Gabriel Fauré, Igor Stravinsky, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Starring the Bolshoi Principals, Soloists and Corps de Ballet
Estimated running time 150 min.

No passes accepted.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:00 a.m.

Based on French writer Honoré de Balzac's novel, "Lost Illusions" is a new ballet created by celebrated choreographer Alexei Ratmansky set against the backdrop of 19th century Paris. Ratmansky, along with French dramaturge Guillaume Gallienne, tells the story of a young composer lured away from his friends and his love by the prospects of fame and money. This stylized adaptation of Balzac's timeless novel blends ambition, disillusionment and thwarted love, while exploring themes of human nature and restless youth, set to a spellbinding original score.

Choreographed by Alexei Ratmansky
Composed by Leonid Desyatnikov
Starring the Bolshoi Principals, Soloists and Corps de Ballet
Estimated running time 180 min.

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Sun, Feb 2, 10:00 a.m.

Recently added to the Bolshoi's repertoire in November 2013, this rarely presented "swashbuckling" ballet now sees its rebirth on the stage of the famed theatre. Re-created specifically for the Bolshoi by French choreographer Pierre Lacotte, "Marco Spada, or the Bandit's Daughter" is a grandiose and unique ballet both on a technical and dramatic level: complex choreography, five lead roles created for five principals, several changes in scenery, the participation of nearly all the Corps de ballet and even the presence of animals on stage. With its scenes of pantomime, devilish intrigue, rejected suitors, kidnapping heroines, rebellion and lovers' misunderstandings, "Marco Spada" is a fresh and joyful ballet not to be missed.

Choreography by Pierre Lacotte
Music by Daniel-François-Esprit Auber
Estimated running time 170 min.

No passes accepted.

Sun, Mar 30, 11:00 a.m.