Tchaikovsky : Swan Lake - The Royal Ballet, Directed by Kevin O'Hare

Swan Lake is perhaps the best-loved of all the classical ballets and has a special place in The Royal Ballets repertory. This new production by Artist in Residence Liam Scarlett features additional choreography while remaining faithful to Marius Petipa and Ivanov's classic.

John Mcfarlanes opulent designs provide an atmospheric, period setting for this enthralling love story, illuminated by Tchaikovskys sublime score. Marianela Nuñez brings both poignancy and glitter to the dual role of Odette / Odile, with Vadim Muntagirov as the yearning Prince Seigfried, while the corps de ballet are showcased at their spellbinding best as the enchanted swans and cygnets.

"What a magnificent achievement this is. The young choreographer Liam Scarlett has given Covent Garden its first new Swan Lake in 30 years, and it's a winner. Big, bold, and beautiful, its completely distinctive - Scarlett has put his stamp all over this production - yet it honors the traditions of the Royal Ballet." (The Times)

Live performance of Tchaikovsky's ballet choreographed by Liam Scarlett. Marianela Nuñez dances the dual role of Odette and Odile with Vadim Muntagirov as Prince Siegfried and Koen Kessels conducting the Royal Opera House Orchestra.