Swan Lake - The Australian Ballet
A dynamic new vision of a timeless classic
An enduring love story that has played a recurring role in the history of The Australian Ballet, the timeless Swan Lake is reinvented by Artistic Director David Hallberg in 2023. Inspired by Anne Woolliams’ 1977 production. Exploring the ballet’s themes of yearning, betrayal and love through a refreshing new lens, this adaptation will embody the beauty and power of the art form and honour our company’s commitment to classical repertoire. Through David’s vision, audiences will be enraptured with ballet’s iconic characters: Prince Siegfried, the Swan Queen Odette and her evil counterpart Odile, in a story of doomed love that continues to move audiences all over the world. Set to Tchaikovsky’s poignant score.
Cast
- Benedicte Bemet - Odette / Odile
- Joseph Caley - Prince Siegfried
- Jarryd Madden - von Rothbart
- Rachel Rawlins - Queen Mother
- Sakis Michelis - Chamberlain
- Marcus Morelli - Jester
- Grace Carroll - Pas de Six
- Amy Ronnfeldt - Pas de Six
- Misha Barkidjijia - Pas de Six
- Maxim Zenin - Pas de Six
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Swan Lake - The Australian Ballet about?
- An enduring love story that has played a recurring role in the history of The Australian Ballet, the timeless Swan Lake is reinvented by Artistic Director David Hallberg in 2023. Inspired by Anne Woolliams’ 1977 production. Exploring the ballet’s themes of yearning, betrayal and love through a refreshing new lens, this adaptation will embody the beauty and power of the art form and honour our company’s commitment to classical repertoire. Through David’s vision, audiences will be enraptured with ballet’s iconic characters: Prince Siegfried, the Swan Queen Odette and her evil counterpart Odile, in a story of doomed love that continues to move audiences all over the world. Set to Tchaikovsky’s poignant score.
- Who directed Swan Lake - The Australian Ballet?
- Swan Lake - The Australian Ballet was directed by David Hallberg.
- Who stars in Swan Lake - The Australian Ballet?
- Swan Lake - The Australian Ballet stars Benedicte Bemet, Joseph Caley, Jarryd Madden, Rachel Rawlins, Sakis Michelis, Marcus Morelli.
- How long is Swan Lake - The Australian Ballet?
- Swan Lake - The Australian Ballet has a runtime of 2h 45m (165 minutes).