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I. Stravinsky "The Firebird", F. Chopin and A. Borodin "Polovtsian Dances"

Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre Alisher Navoï, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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Important Info
Type: Opera - Ballet
City: Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Starts at: 19:00
Duration: 2h

E-tickets: Print at home or at the box office of the event if so specified. You will find more information in your booking confirmation email.

You can only select the category, and not the exact seats.
If you order 2 or 3 tickets: your seats will be next to each other.
If you order 4 or more tickets: your seats will be next to each other, or, if this is not possible, we will provide a combination of groups of seats (at least in pairs, for example 2+2 or 2+3).

Overview

An evening of great musical masterpieces at the Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre Alisher Navoi featuring Igor Stravinsky’s The Firebird, works by Frédéric Chopin, and Alexander Borodin’s spectacular Polovtsian Dances. A powerful celebration of symphonic and ballet art filled with drama, lyricism and vibrant energy.

The Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre Alisher Navoi presents a magnificent programme uniting three pillars of classical music: Igor Stravinsky’s revolutionary ballet The Firebird, refined and poetic compositions by Frédéric Chopin, and Alexander Borodin’s dynamic and colourful Polovtsian Dances from the opera Prince Igor.

The Firebird enchants audiences with its magical сюжет, expressive orchestration and powerful dramatic contrasts. Chopin’s music brings lyrical elegance and emotional depth, offering moments of intimacy and romantic beauty. The evening culminates in Borodin’s Polovtsian Dances, celebrated for their rhythmic vitality, sweeping melodies and восточная exoticism.

Performed by a full orchestra and ballet ensemble, the programme highlights the richness of classical tradition and the brilliance of live performance. Within the grandeur and superb acoustics of the theatre, this concert becomes a vivid journey through passion, folklore and symphonic splendour.

“Polovtsian Dances” is one of the most spectacular and vibrant scenes from Alexander Borodin’s opera Prince Igor. Famous for its sweeping melodies and dynamic rhythms, the piece combines powerful choral passages with energetic orchestration, creating an atmosphere of passion and восточная exoticism.

“Polovtsian Dances” from the opera Prince Igor is a monumental choral and orchestral scene that has become one of the most recognisable works in the classical repertoire. Composed by Alexander Borodin in the late 19th century, this powerful музыкальный эпизод captures the grandeur and intensity of the Polovtsian camp.

The music alternates between lyrical, flowing themes and vigorous, rhythmically charged dances. Rich orchestration, dramatic choral writing and expressive melodic lines create a vivid musical panorama filled with colour and movement. The contrast between tender, almost hypnotic passages and explosive, triumphant climaxes gives the work its unforgettable impact.

Whether performed in its full operatic context or as a concert piece, “Polovtsian Dances” remains a thrilling celebration of orchestral brilliance, choral power and dramatic storytelling.

History
Premiere of this production: 25 June 1910, Théâtre de l´Opéra, Paris

The Firebird is a ballet and orchestral concert work by the Russian composer Igor Stravinsky. It was written for the 1910 Paris season of Sergei Diaghilev's Ballets Russes company; the original choreography was by Michel Fokine, with a scenario by Alexandre Benois and Fokine based on the Russian fairy tales of the Firebird and the blessing and curse it possesses for its owner.

Synopsis

The ballet centers on the journey of its hero, Prince Ivan. While hunting in the forest, he strays into the magical realm of Koschei the Immortal, whose immortality is preserved by keeping his soul in a magic egg hidden in a casket. Ivan chases and captures the Firebird and is about to kill her; she begs for her life and he spares her. As a token of thanks, she offers him an enchanted feather that he can use to summon her should he be in dire need.

Prince Ivan then meets thirteen princesses who are under the spell of Koschei and falls in love with one of them. The next day, Ivan confronts the magician and eventually they begin quarrelling. When Koschei sends his minions after Ivan, he summons the Firebird. She intervenes, bewitching the monsters and making them dance an elaborate, energetic dance (the "Infernal Dance").

The creatures and Koschei then fall into a deep sleep. While they sleep, the Firebird directs Ivan to a tree stump where the casket with the egg containing Koschei's soul is hidden. Ivan destroys the egg and with the spell broken, the magical creatures that Koschei held captive are freed and the palace disappears. All of the "real" beings, including the princesses, awaken and with one final hint of the Firebird's music (though in Fokine's choreography she makes no appearance in that final scene on-stage), celebrate their victory.

Venue Info

Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre Alisher Navoï - Tashkent
Location   Moustafa Kamoul Atatürk, Bukhara Street 28, 100029, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

The Alisher Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre is Uzbekistan’s leading opera and ballet theatre, renowned for its classical repertoire, grand architecture, and rich cultural heritage. It stands as a symbol of national art and musical excellence in Tashkent.

The Alisher Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre is the principal opera and ballet theatre of Uzbekistan and one of the most important cultural institutions in Central Asia. Located in the heart of Tashkent, the theatre was founded in 1939 and named after the great poet and thinker Alisher Navoi.

The building is a masterpiece of monumental architecture, harmoniously combining classical forms with traditional Uzbek decorative elements. Its interior halls are richly adorned with national ornaments, marble, and intricate craftsmanship, each reflecting the artistic traditions of different regions of Uzbekistan.

The theatre’s repertoire includes world-renowned operas and ballets by composers such as Verdi, Tchaikovsky, Bizet, and Prokofiev, alongside national works by Uzbek composers. For decades, the stage of the Alisher Navoi Theatre has been home to outstanding singers, dancers, conductors, and choreographers who have shaped the country’s performing arts.

As a cultural landmark of Tashkent, the theatre continues to play a vital role in preserving classical traditions while promoting artistic innovation, international cooperation, and cultural exchange.

Important Info
Type: Opera - Ballet
City: Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Starts at: 19:00
Duration: 2h
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