'Swan Lake' Comes to Schaan
Schaan, Liechtenstein, is preparing to host a captivating performance of Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky's iconic ballet, 'Swan Lake,' presented by the International Festival Ballet & Festival Orchestra. The event is scheduled for January 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM (19:00), at the Grosser Saal - SAL (Saal am Lindaplatz). This production promises to bring the beloved classical work to life with its renowned artistic interpretation.
The International Festival Ballet: A Global Ensemble
The International Festival Ballet is an ensemble comprising 45 highly skilled dancers who are graduates of prestigious ballet schools, including the Vaganova Academy, the Moscow Academy of Choreography, and the Kiev State Ballet Academy. The company, founded in 2009, features talent from diverse countries such as Russia, Ukraine, the USA, Italy, Spain, and Japan. Formerly known as the Saint Petersburg Festival Ballet, the company adopted its current name to express its stance against Russian aggression and to promote understanding and coexistence through art, music, and dance. The ensemble includes a significant number of Ukrainian dancers and views itself as a 'ballet of peace and cohesion.'
The Festival Orchestra and Production Details
Accompanying the ballet will be the Festival Orchestra, an ensemble established by musicians from Moldova, Ukraine, and Latvia. Under the artistic direction of chief conductor Normunds Vaicis, the orchestra's repertoire spans works from various classical composers, including Tchaikovsky. The 'Swan Lake' production features choreography by L. Ivanov and M. Petipa, with opulent set designs and costumes created by Vyacheslav Okunev of the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg. The performance is organized by Ovation Events GmbH.
A Timeless Classical Masterpiece
'Swan Lake' is celebrated for its rigorous elegance, combined with modern influences, and is known for its splendid costumes and sumptuous sets. The ballet tells the enduring story of Prince Siegfried and the enchanted Princess Odette, featuring iconic moments such as the Pas de deux of Siegfried with both the white and black swans, and the famous dance of the small swans. This performance offers audiences in Liechtenstein an opportunity to experience one of the most cherished works in the classical ballet repertoire, renowned for its technical perfection and emotional depth.
5 Comments
Bella Ciao
Bringing 'Swan Lake' to new audiences is always a positive, and the inclusion of Ukrainian dancers is a strong point. Yet, the article doesn't fully clarify how the company ensures a complete philosophical break from any ties to Russian state-sponsored culture, beyond just the name change.
Michelangelo
A beautiful way to stand against aggression. Supporting this!
Leonardo
Russian choreographers, St. Petersburg designers... it's still Russian ballet.
Raphael
The intention to promote peace through art is admirable, and the quality of the dancers is clearly high. Still, for some, the continued use of classic Russian choreography and designs might complicate the message of complete dissociation from current Russian actions.
Coccinella
I'll pass. There are other ways to support peace than this.