Alright, folks, let’s talk about the “World Ballet Series: Swan Lake” that I finally got around to seeing. I’d been itching to catch a performance, and this one had been on my radar for a while. I finally grabbed a ticket for the show at the Majestic Theater in Dallas, TX, on April 27th.
So, first off, getting ready for this whole thing was a bit of a mess. I had heard some buzz about this series online. I’d seen some mixed reviews, you know? Some people were raving about it, calling the dancers “fabulous” and the sets “exquisite.” Others were, well, not so thrilled. There was this one person who was super bummed because they took out the “Death of the Swan” dance. Seriously, who does that? It’s like, the most famous part! Anyway, I tried to go in with an open mind.
Getting to the theater, parking, you know, the usual drill. It wasn’t too bad, though. Once I got inside and found my seat, I started to get excited. The place had that classic theater vibe, which I always dig.
Showtime!
The show started, and right away, I was pretty impressed. The dancers, no joke, were amazing. I mean, these people were seriously talented. The principal dancers, especially, they were on point—literally! They were strong, graceful, and just a joy to watch. I was particularly blown away by the “Black Swan” in Act III. You know that part with the 32 fouettés? Yeah, that was insane! She nailed every single one. It’s crazy to think that move was added just for her back in the day. It’s such an iconic moment, with her spinning around like it’s nothing, trying to seduce the prince. Wild stuff.
The sets were also pretty cool. They had this whole fairy-tale vibe going on, which totally fit the story. And the music? Come on, it’s Tchaikovsky. You can’t go wrong with that. It was beautiful and really added to the whole experience.
The Good, The Bad, and The Missing Swan
- The Good: Like I said, the dancers were incredible. The sets and music were also top-notch.
- The Bad: Okay, I gotta be honest, I was a little disappointed that they cut out the “Death of the Swan” dance. I get that they might want to switch things up, but it’s such a classic.
- The Missing Swan: Still bummed about that.
After the show, I grabbed a bite to eat and thought about the whole thing. It was definitely a memorable experience. Even though they left out that one dance, the rest of the performance was pretty solid. I mean, “Swan Lake” has it all, right? A dramatic story, amazing music, and some seriously iconic dance moves. It’s no wonder people are still into it after all these years. I guess, overall, I’d say it was worth it. It’s not every day you get to see a classic like “Swan Lake,” and this production did a pretty good job of bringing it to life. It is a reasonable budget option for ballet!
Would I recommend it? Yeah, I think so. Just maybe don’t go in expecting to see that one particular dance, and you’ll probably have a good time. Oh, and be prepared for some serious ballet talent. Those dancers are no joke!
I have also heard that this has been performed at different theaters, like the Music Hall Center in Detroit, the State Theater in Minneapolis, and the Orpheum Theater in Sioux City. If you’re near one of those spots and they’re putting on “Swan Lake,” it might be worth checking out.
I have also heard that someone want to see the Bolshoi do Swan Lake in 2020, well, hope we all could find chances to see more ballet shows.
That’s it for my “Swan Lake” adventure. Hope you guys enjoyed the recap! If any of you have seen this production, let me know what you thought. Always down to chat about ballet!
