About event
Ballet "Russian Hamlet" directed by Boris Eifman will be presented at the Shandong Grand Theater. This work, created to the music of Ludwig van Beethoven and Gustav Mahler, is dedicated to the complex and tragic figure of Paul I. Choreographer Boris Eifman in his work focuses on the period of succession of Paul I, demonstrating his internal struggle with the world around him, built on violence and lies.
Performance "Russian Hamlet" Over the years of its existence, it has been successfully shown in the USA, France, Italy, Germany, Austria, China, South Korea and Argentina. Famous critics such as Anna Kisselgoff and Clive Barnes praised the emotional intensity and innovation of the production. The New York Times noted Boris Eifman's special gift for creating electrifying images and theatrical fantasies.
In the 40th anniversary season, the Boris Eifman Ballet Theater revives "Russian Hamlet", maintaining the main storyline, but rethinking the choreographic score. The updated version of the ballet promises to be even more refined and emotionally rich, which will attract the attention of both new viewers and fans of Eifman's work.
For those who want to see this outstanding work, buy tickets for the ballet "Russian Hamlet" (tour of the B. Eifman Ballet Theater) to the Shandong Grand Theater can be found on our website.