Moscow Festival Ballet, Romeo and Juliet

Shakespeare's tragic tale told with the beauty and splendor of the Russian ballet tradition.

4 p.m., Sunday, April 27

Moscow Festival Ballet: Romeo and Juliet

The Moscow Festival Ballet returns to McCain Auditorium where they will stage Shakespeare's timeless tale of two star-crossed young lovers consumed by their families' bitter feud. Set to Tchaikovsky's magnificent score and Petipa's majestic choreography, this enchanting tale will capture your heart. Also on the program is "Chopiniana" (known as "Les Sylphides"), an elegant ballet inspired by the gorgeous music of Chopin.

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