November14 2026 (Sat)
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
| Date: | November 14, 2026 | 19:00 (Sat) |
|---|---|
| Venue: | The National Theatre in Prague |
| Duration: | approx. 3 hours |
| Intermission: | Yes |
| Status: | Available |
| Reviews: | (8) |
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John Cranko's Onegin: Pushkin's timeless love story based on Alexandre Pushkin's novel returns to the National Theatre
The Czech National Ballet has reincorporated into its repertoire Onegin, a true gem among narrative ballets, as choreographed by John Cranko, a major 20th-century dance figure and illustrious storyteller. The piece is another addition to the influential artist’s works that the company has performed in recent years (Swan Lake, Romeo and Juliet).
Cranko’s Onegin requires from the dancers expressive acting, brilliant technique, and a profound sense for conveying the characters’ emotions and feelings. Alexander Pushkin’s novel in verse, Eugene Onegin, a classic of Russian literature, enjoys worldwide fame and popularity. It depicts the story of hapless love between Onegin, a St Petersburg dandy, and Tatyana, the bashful daughter of a landowner.
Cranko created his version for the Stuttgarter Ballett, which premiered in 1965, with Márcia Haydée and Ray Barra in the lead roles. Pushkin’s heroes first appeared on stage owing to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, who based his 1878 opera Eugene Onegin on the novel. Cranko, however, set his ballet to a compilation of other Tchaikovsky pieces, arranged by Kurt-Heinz Stolze.
A treasure of the global ballet legacy, Cranko’s Onegin has been a staple of the repertoire of theatres all over the world. The production’s overall visual concept induces the atmosphere of Pushkin’s novel, with Elisabeth Dalton’s costumes amplifying the romantic hallmark.
Performing:
The Czech National Ballet soloists and corps de ballet
National Theatre Orchestra
Photo of the visual image: Younsik Kim
Important:
- The purchased tickets cannot be returned or exchanged
- No discounts are provided
- WARNING: Gunshots will be heard during the performance.
- Suitable for audience from 12 years.
- Theatre is a cultural institution. Please respect the common principles of appropriate behaviour and clothing.
- The program may be subject to change
- The price includes a service fee of 3,7 € (100,- CZK)
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