White Swan

If you get the chance, see Swan Lake. I just went to opening night and was absolutely blown away. My mother said it was the best thing she’s seen in her life…

If you get the chance, see Swan Lake. I just went to opening night and was absolutely blown away. My mother said it was the best thing she’s seen in her life.

The classic that basically everyone thinks of when they think "ballet", is beautifully recreated by The Royal New Zealand Ballet in a national tour of New Zealand as the centrepiece of the RNZB’s 60th birthday year.

You’ll definitely recognise the famous Tchaikovsky score that brings it to life. The set design was stunning, from the opening scene of them dancing in the forest, to the spooky dimly lit lake watching the sixteen white feathered swans dance.

The costumes were exquisite too, with layers of tulle floating as they moved, and their classic white feathered head dresses atop their heads.

Prices range around $60 – $80 and it runs for 2 hours and 40 minutes including two intervals. 10/10.

Below: Hurrah! Got tickets to opening night of the best show in town – Swan Lake – at Bruce Mason Theatre!

These gorgeous little girls were dressed up for a birthday party.

Adorable little ballerina fans lining up to buy icecreams.

Below: I thought that she looked very ‘Swan Lake’ in her white dress.

People of all ages came to enjoy the 7.30pm performance on opening night. This girl had such a cute outfit on.

Performance photos by Evan Li.
Photos at Bruce Mason by Megan Robinson 17 Auckland 2013