Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake

Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake at Bristol Hippodrome

Why see Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake?

back by popular demand

Witness one of the most magnificent ballets of all time presented by Bulgaria's prestigious Varna International Ballet who return to the UK by popular demand in 2025! Set to Tchaikovsky's lush score, Swan Lake's story of supernatural romance never fails to delight, with unforgettable choreography, glittering costumes and breathtaking drama.

What is the story?

A timeless marriage of magic, tragedy, and romance, Swan Lake chronicles the love affair between Prince Siegfried and Odette, a beautiful princess who spends her days as a swan and nights in human form thanks to a spell by an evil sorcerer. With ever more tricks up his sleeve, the sorcerer brings his daughter Odile into the picture and a case of mistaken identity threatens the couple's happily ever after. 

Reviews

Customer reviews

20 reviews, average rating: (3.9 Stars)

Lalala

Enjoyable

Not up to the technical standard of the bigger name companies, and the backdrop graphics were really not good, but still very enjoyable overall. Ending not clear. Where were the 32 fouettés? ... Read more

SC

Amazing

Wow absolutely breath taking from start to finish the dancers were flawless The orchestra were superb all very moving Only wish we’d booked to see Gisele and The Nutcracker too ... Read more

Michelle

Michelle

Wow what can I say, I was captivated from the moment the curtains rose. The orchestra was fantastic and the Varna troupe were mesmerising, they danced with such elegance and emotion. I hope I have the pleasure of watching them perform again. Absolutely fantastic ... Read more
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