Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

'Sleeping Beauty' returns to Istanbul after 20 years

The Istanbul State Opera and Ballet (IDOB) is bringing one of the world's most famous ballets, "Sleeping Beauty," to the stage at the Kadıköy Süreyya Opera for the first time in 20 years.

According to a statement made by IDOB, "Sleeping Beauty" provides a premier example of collaboration between choreographers and composers.

Classical Concert | Athens | May 20

The Athens State Orchestra performs works by Christos Samaras, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Dmitry Shostakovich at the Athens Concert Hall on Friday, May 20. The ensemble is conducted by Ekhart Wycik. Also taking part in the concert is pianist Vassilis Varvaresos. The concert starts at 8.30 p.m. An introductory talk for ticket-holders will take place at 7.45 p.m.

Kostyukov awarded Terpsichore Prize on Int'l Dance Day

BELGRADE - Ballet dancer and choreographer Konstantin Kostyukov received the Terpsichore Prize on Tuesday at a ceremony organised by the Serbian Association of Professional Ballet Dancers, Choreographers and Pedagogues at the Museum of the National Theatre in Belgrade to mark the International Dance Day.

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