Dubai Opera Presents the Majestic Ballet Spectacle La Bayadère A Mesmerizing Odyssey of Love, Betrayal, and Destiny
Press Release – February 2025
Once again, Dubai Opera is set to captivate audiences with one of the most extraordinary, finest, and revered ballet productions in the world.
From February 14–16, 2025, the stage will be graced by the breathtaking classical ballet La Bayadère, a mesmerizing odyssey of passion, fate, and transcendence.
This internationally acclaimed masterpiece, featuring the illustrious talents of Vadim Muntagirov and Fumi Kaneko, unfolds a spellbinding narrative of love, betrayal, jealousy, and redemption set against the opulent backdrop of ancient India. As one of the greatest ballet productions ever staged, La Bayadère remains a testament to the grandeur and depth of classical ballet.
A true jewel of the repertoire, La Bayadère follows the poignant and romance between Nikiya, a sacred temple dancer, and Solor, a noble warrior. Their story is one of devotion, sacrifice, and the pursuit of destiny, elevated by Ludwig Minkus’s evocative score, arranged by John Lanchbery. With its breathtaking choreography, lavish costumes, and the grandeur of a live orchestra, this production is a visual and emotional triumph, transporting audiences into a world of ethereal beauty and dramatic intensity.
Paolo Petrocelli, Head of Dubai Opera, expressed his admiration for the production, stating:
“Dubai Opera is committed to presenting world-class performances, and La Bayadère stands as a shining example of artistic excellence. This production encapsulates the grace, power, and timeless beauty of ballet, offering our audiences an experience of unparalleled magnificence. We are honored to bring one of the world’s most celebrated ballet spectacles to our stage, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in a production that has mesmerized generations.”
This stunning rendition, masterfully choreographed and directed by Jaroslav Slavický, remains faithful to the legendary vision of Marius Petipa while infusing it with renewed brilliance. The grandeur of the production is further elevated by set designer Marek Hollý and costume designer Josef Jelínek, ensuring a visual masterpiece that enhances the ballet’s profound storytelling.
The stellar cast also includes:
Nikiya: Fumi Kaneko, Chanell Cabrera
Solor: Vadim Muntagirov, Adrian Sánchez
Gamzatti: Sehyun An, Klaudie Lakomá
The High Brahmin: Ilya Mironov
Rajah: Ivan Příkaský
Fakir: Arthur Abram, Shoma Ogasawara
The Bronze Idol: Shoma Ogasawara, Joao Gomes, Rin Isomura
With The Shades’ iconic scene; one of the most celebrated moments in ballet history; this production of La Bayadère promises to be a visually and emotionally profound experience, immersing audiences in themes of fate, spiritual transcendence, and forgiveness.
Tickets are available now at www.dubaiopera.com.
Show Details:
• Dates: February 14-16, 2025
• Venue: Dubai Opera
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (including interval)
• Language: English (performance with music and dance)
