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Bloshoi Ballet: IVAN THE TERRIBLE
Date Sunday, May 24th, 2015 at 1:00pm
Ivan the Terrible is Yuri Grigorovich's dazzling ballet of intrigue and murder in 16th-century Russia. Following his coronation as the Tsar of all the Russias, Ivan IV must choose one of the 13 Boyar daughters as Tsarina. He selects Anastasia Romanovna. Their marriage proves to be a happy one. Unfortunately the Boyars continue to plot against him and eventually poison his beloved wife. Ivan sinks into madness. This powerful and dramatic two-act ballet Premiered in 1975. It's lyrical evocation of life in 16th century Russia, is filled with vigor and grace. Hugely popular with western audiences, this impressive work in the true Bolshoi style has recently been revived to take its rightful place in the company's modern repertoire.
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LocationVashon Theatre (View)
17723 Vashon Highway SW
Vashon Island, WA 98070
United States
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