Cinderella

Ratmansky is the world’s most influential ballet-maker, credited with revitalising classical dance through a series of highly individual productions. He breathes new life into Prokofiev’s ballet, weaving together an array of different styles and echoing the complexities of the composer’s score. The set, beautifully designed by Ilya Utkin and Yeveny Monakhov, transports us to the 20^th century and this is reflected in the choreography’s contemporary edge, which goes from lively court dances to a stunning pas de deux between Cinderella and her prince. What results is a fresh and modern account of the classic fairytale, with stunning performances from both the Mariinsky dancers and Mariinsky Orchestra.