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San Francisco Ballet — Programme A — Shostakovich Trilogy Tickets

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San Francisco Ballet UK premiere of Shostakovich Trilogy!

In a triple bill of works, world-class choreographer Alexei Ratmansky pays tribute to Dmitri Shostakovich. The theatricality of his compositions have led Ratmansky to return again and again to the Russian composer’s work. His music and life story serve as a through-line for these three ballets. San Francisco Ballet Programme A: Shostakovich Trilogy tickets are available for 3 performances only, so you’ll want to secure your tickets as soon as possible.

The three pieces, Symphony #9, Chamber Symphony and Piano Concerto #1 are an abstract reflection of the varied and at tumultuous life and experiences of Shostakovich.

Though he is considered one of the most important composers of the 20th century, Shostakovich had a difficult and at times troubled relationship with the Soviet government. Like all Soviet artists of the time, his career was at the pleasure of the government, and though he would at times earn great fame and accolades, he was also twice denounced and his work was heavily censored.

Who are the San Francisco Ballet?

San Francisco Ballet have a long history of pushing boundaries in dance and making history.  After their creation in 1933, they staged the first full-length American productions of Coppélia and Swan Lake. In 1944 they birthed an American holiday tradition by producing the first full-length production of Nutcracker in the United States.

San Francisco Ballet is headed Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer, Helgi Tomasson. They are accompanied by their own orchestra and operate one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the country. They are currently known for commissioning groundbreaking dance from top choreographers, discovering new choreographic talent, and staging modern classics alongside the works that make up the canon of classical ballet.

San Francisco Ballet at Sadler’s Wells

San Franciso Ballet were last seen at Sadler’s Wells in 2012. The world-famous company returns to London's West End with four thrilling triple bills. In addition to Programme A, you can book tickets to the additional programmes by following the links below.
San Francisco Ballet — Programme B — Liang / Marston / Pita
San Francisco Ballet — Programme C — Welch / Scarlett / Peck
San Francisco Ballet — Programme D — McIntyre / Wheeldon / Dawson

Each of the programmes is entirely composed of work created since their last visit. An incredible eight of these pieces premiered last year. The programmes they are presenting are by some of the greatest and most intriguing choreographers of the day, including Alexei Ratmansky, Cathy Marston, Christopher Wheeldon and Liam Scarlett.

Tickets for San Francisco Ballet’s Shostakovich Trilogy are extremely limited and expected to be in high demand. Do not miss your chance to see this world-renowned company in their return to Sadler’s Wells. Book San Francisco Ballet Shostakovich Trilogy tickets now to get the best seats at the best prices.