A poignant ballet of love and regret, featuring Cranko's choreography set to Tchaikovsky's music.
Celebrating its 60th anniversary, John Cranko's "Onegin" transforms Alexander Pushkin's classic tale into a poignant ballet. The narrative follows Tatiana, a young woman who falls deeply in love with the aloof Eugene Onegin. After he dismisses her affection, a series of events leads to tragedy and remorse. Set to a score adapted from Tchaikovsky's compositions by Kurt-Heinz Stolze, the ballet captures the depth of unrequited love and the consequences of missed opportunities. The Royal Ballet's revival has been lauded for its emotional intensity and the dancers' compelling performances.