St. Petersburg Classical Ballet brings “The Nutcracker” to Qualistage

St. Petersburg Classical Ballet performs “The Nutcracker” on November 20 at Qualistage with Alexander Volchkov.

Premiere performance in Brazil

The St. Petersburg Classical Ballet arrives in Brazil for a tour through four capitals and presents its acclaimed production of “The Nutcracker” in two acts, featuring special guest Alexander Volchkov. The staging follows the classical Russian tradition, with choreography, sets and costumes that highlight the poetry of the ballet.The production revisits the holiday magic of Piotr I. Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece, guiding the audience from Clara’s Christmas Eve celebration to the Kingdom of Sweets.

Participation of Alexander Volchkov

Alexander Volchkov, premier of the Bolshoi Ballet, adds brilliance to the second-act pas de deux, elevating the experience to a level rarely seen on Brazilian stages.

“Presenting ‘The Nutcracker’ to the Brazilian audience with our artistic signature is a great joy. It is a ballet that speaks to the child in all of us, with sublime music and crystalline dance,” states the St. Petersburg Classical Ballet’s direction.

Artistic highlights

Second-act Grand Pas de Deux with Alexander VolchkovLarge corps de ballet following the Russian schoolPeriod sets and costumes inspired by Hoffmann’s taleFull symphonic score by Tchaikovsky

Synopsis

On Christmas Eve, Clara receives a nutcracker as a gift. At midnight, it comes to life and leads her on an enchanted journey. After defeating the Mouse King, Clara and the Prince travel to the Kingdom of Sweets, welcomed by the Sugar Plum Fairy and surrounded by dances from around the world.

Service

Performance: November 20 – ThursdayGates open: 6 p.m.Location: Qualistage – Avenida Ayrton Senna, 3000, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro – RJRating: Suitable for all ages. Children under 12 must be accompanied by parents or legal guardiansTickets from R$ 80.00Sales: https://qualistage.com.br/ballet-classico-de-sao-petersburgoBox office: Shopping Via Parque – Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 – Barra da Tijuca – RJHours: Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sundays and holidays from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.Capacity: 9,000 standing or 3,500 seatedThe venue is accessible