Lecture: "Russian Ballet as a Brand"

Ballet has become an important symbol of Russia thanks to its popularity among the last Russian emperors and support from various authorities. This art form was able to smoothly move from one historical period to another, remaining relevant and in demand. In a lecture by Leyla Guchmazova, a critic and an expert of the “Golden Mask,” we’ll learn why Russia attracted the best European dancers and choreographers and why the Russian language became the main one in the world’s ballet theaters. Topics to be discussed include “Russian Seasons,” the significance of “Swan Lake,” and the current state of the Russian ballet school in the context of historical events.