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Charlottesville Ballet: Swan Lake & The Firebird
Experience two timeless classics in one unforgettable ballet performance!
Lynchburg’s Resident Dance Company premieres Act II of Swan Lake, arguably the most famous scene in the classical ballet canon. On a moonlit lake, Prince Siegfried falls in love with the beautiful swan queen Odette, who is cursed by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart to live as a swan by day and a human by night. Tchaikovsky’s exquisite score is sublimely fused with high drama, iconic dances, and majestic swans that make this work a masterpiece.
After intermission, another famous bird takes flight in The Firebird, set to the polychromatic score by Stravinsky. This vibrant folktale follows a dashing prince, a beautiful princess, and the magical bird who saves them all.
Don’t miss this extraordinary double bill of breathtaking dance that’s perfect for all ages!
“INTO THE WINGS” SPECIAL EVENT! [All-Inclusive VIP event after both performances]
After the show, join us for an exclusive children’s event onstage designed for boys and girls ages 3-8. A special $50 VIP ticket gives your child access to both the ballet and this private soiree where guests can meet the ballerinas, take photographs with their favorite characters, and learn new dance steps with ballet’s most famous birds.
We encourage children to sport their finest apparel for the occasion, whether formal attire, princess tiara, or their Sunday best.
Tickets:
VIP All-Inclusive Tickets: $55 Adult, $50 Children
Into the Wings | VIP Children’s Event
Tier 1: $35 Adult, $30 Child/Student/Senior/Military
Tier 2: $25 Adult, $20 Child/Student/Senior/Military
Tier 3: $20 Adult, $15 Child/Student/Senior/Military
*Plus taxes and fees
For more information or to purchase tickets to this performance, contact our Bank of the James Ticketing Office at (434) 846-8499.
Sponsored By:
Souvenir Sponsor: Paisley Gifts & Stationery
Community Partner: Central Virginia Ballet
Know before you go:
Accessibility
Age Requirement
All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for this event unless otherwise stated. All ages are welcome.
Camera Policy
Videography and audio recording during the performances are prohibited. Photography of the set on stage is allowed pre-show, post-show, and during intermission. But we do ask that you show our designers and visiting performers some love by crediting them (and by tagging us) in your social media posts.
Content Advisory
The Academy Center of the Arts offers a diverse selection of entertainment. Not all productions may appeal to or be appropriate for every guest or for all ages. Ticket buyers should take responsibility for making informed decisions regarding their purchases. We recommend visiting the official show website of each show you are coming to see at the Academy. If you ever have questions about the content or appropriateness of a show, please contact us at boxoffice@academycenter.org.
Doors Open
Unless otherwise noted, our lobby doors open 60 minutes prior to show time and house doors open 30 minutes prior to show time for seating.
Parking & Directions
Parking is available on-site and throughout downtown Lynchburg. Our parking map (linked below) shows all of the free public and paid parking available. In addition, street parking is also available on most streets.
Ticketing Policies
Ticketing purchases are non-refundable. By purchasing a ticket to an event at The Academy Center of the Arts, you are agreeing to our ticketing policy. View our full ticketing policy.
Volunteer
Want to volunteer and see this show for free? Contact Mele Thompson, mthompson@academycenter.org, for more information.