The National Ballet of China: Swan Lake
The National Ballet of China presents the classic ballet 'Swan Lake' at the Shenzhen Guangming Culture and Art Center, featuring choreography by Natalia Makarova and the tragic, eternal love story between Prince Siegfried and the Swan Princess Odette. Two performances are scheduled for November 21–22, 2026.
- When
21 Nov 2026 20:00 - 22:25
22 Nov 2026 15:00 - 17:25
- Location
Shenzhen Guangming Culture and Art Center Grand Theatre
Hong Kong Island Central Central and Western
Grand Theatre, Performing Arts Center, Guangming Culture and Art Center, Intersection of Chuangtou Road and Guanguang Road, Guangming District, Shenzhen
- National Ballet of China · Production / Performance
- Chen Zhuming · Principal Lead
- Tickets & pricing
Price HK$1024
HKD 1024
Price HK$791
HKD 791
Price HK$559
HKD 559
Price HK$442
HKD 442
Price HK$326
HKD 326
Overview
The National Ballet of China presents the world-renowned masterpiece, "Swan Lake." This production is not only synonymous with classical ballet but also serves as the ultimate test of a dancer's artistry and technical prowess. Featuring a distinct choreography and direction by the renowned Natalia Makarova, this production brings a powerful narrative and aesthetic beauty to the stage. Accompanied by the live music of the Central Ballet of China Symphony Orchestra, Tchaikovsky's sweeping score sets the tone for this century-spanning legend.
Plot Summary
The story unfolds in three acts. It follows the melancholic Prince Siegfried, who encounters the Swan Princess Odette by the lake—a maiden cursed by an evil sorcerer to take the form of a swan by day. Only a vow of true love can break the spell. In the second act, at a grand ball, the sorcerer's daughter, Odile (the Black Swan), disguises herself as Odette, successfully tricking the Prince into betraying his vow. Realizing his mistake, the Prince rushes back to the lake to repent. Though Odette forgives him, the curse is irreversible. Ultimately, they choose to face death together to find eternal union, their spirits transcending mortality through the ultimate sacrifice of love.
Performers
The performance features a stellar cast from the National Ballet of China, including principal dancers Qiu Yunting, Xu Yan, Li Wentao, Wu Sicong, and Chen Zhuming, showcasing the highest level of classical ballet performance.
Venue & Access
The performance will be held at the Grand Theatre of the Performing Arts Center, Shenzhen Guangming Culture and Art Center. Located at the intersection of Chuangtou Road and Guanguang Road, the venue offers state-of-the-art facilities suitable for large-scale performing arts events.
Ticketing
Tickets are available at multiple tiers: HKD 1024, 791, 559, 442, and 326. Upon successful booking, please collect your admission tickets at the ticketing center prior to the performance. Ticket counters open 60 minutes before the show. The total duration is approximately 145 minutes, including an intermission. Please note that tickets are non-refundable and latecomers must follow staff instructions for entry.
