Dance at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées:during the winterholidays, fromDecember 21 to January 4, come see the iconicSwan Lake (Le Lac des cygnes)choreographed by Angelin Preljocaj. AfterSnow White(Blanche Neige) and Roméo et Juliette, the choreographer continues his exploration of narrative works, blendingwithinhis flair for storytelling Tchaïkovsky’smasterpiece to more contemporary musical arrangements.

Video, lights, costumes… In this ballet for twenty-sixdancers,createdfive yearsago, everyscenographicelementcomestogether to immerse the audience in a modern interpretation of the classical tale. In this version, the characterRothbartplots to exploit a fossile energyfieldnearalake. The young Odette firmly opposes his plan, provokingRothbart’sanger –hethentransformsherinto a swan. Meanwhile, Siegfried rebelsagainsthisfather,whointendsto collaboratewithRothbart. Thus the swan and the prince uniteagainst the threat of destructionlooming overtheircherishedlake.

The Companypresentsboth grand ensemble scenes and more intimate, already-iconic tableaux,giving the poignant ballet a breath of fresh air.

Bonus : four performances offerhalf-prices for spectatorsunder the age of 16.