There are many productions of this famous ballet in Kazakhstan, but it is Yuri Grigorovich's version that is recognized as a reference. It remains the embodiment of high art, to which true connoisseurs of classics aspire. The ballet company of Astana Opera Theater under the direction of the world ballet star Altynai Asylmuratova has long been famous for its professionalism not only in the country, but also abroad. It is not surprising that the company was repeatedly invited to perform this work on the stage of "Dubai Opera", where the performance invariably gathered rave reviews from the audience.

Although the New Year holidays are already behind us, the interest of Kazakhstani audience to this ballet does not fade. Scenography and costumes, recently returned from the hot Emirates, will again decorate the stage of the capital theater, giving the audience an opportunity to prolong the festive mood.

The costumes and scenery designed by the outstanding theater artist Simon Virsaladze give the production a truly magical atmosphere. Bright colors, interesting details and symbolism turn the performance into a real winter fairy tale. 

The audience will be able to enjoy the skills of soloists of "Astana Opera". On different days the Honored Artists of Kazakhstan Aigerim Beketayeva, Baktiyar Adamzhan and Erkin Rakhmatullayev will take the stage. Young artists - laureates of international competitions Shugyla Adepkhan, Sofia Adilkhanova, Dias Kurmangazy, as well as corps de ballet will also demonstrate their talent.

"This production is created in the best traditions of classical ballet, which is probably why it is so loved all over the world. The recent tour in Dubai gave us experience, positive emotions, it was interesting to see how the audience in another country experiences and admires this story. But to return home and perform it in front of Kazakhstani audience is always especially exciting - our audience feels with their heart, can start applauding as soon as they get excited about this or that scene, and it energizes the whole performance", - said Sofia Adilkhanova.