Swan Lake Arrives in Kuala Lumpur on 11 October Starring World-Renowned Mariinsky Soloist Oksana Bondareva

Kuala Lumpur, 28 July 2025 — Malaysia’s ballet fans are in for an extraordinary treat this October as the legendary Swan Lake makes its grand return to Kuala Lumpur. Elevating the 2025 production to new heights is the rare and prestigious appearance of international ballet star Oksana Bondareva, performing the iconic role of Odette/Odile.

As a soloist of Russia’s Mariinsky Theatre and Moscow Ballet "La Classique," Bondareva’s arrival in KL marks a landmark moment in the Malaysian performing arts scene — a rare opportunity to witness a true icon of ballet on home soil.

Oksana Bondareva: The Essence of Ballet Excellence
Bondareva’s career spans performances with the Mariinsky Theatre, Mikhailovsky Theatre, and Russian National Ballet. Her powerful artistry and technical precision have earned her standing ovations across the globe, from Europe to the Americas. This is not just a touring show — this is a performance by a dancer trained at the highest level, mentored by legends like Vladimir Vasiliev.

Unmissable in 2025 Presented by Crescendo Asia and performed by the Saint Petersburg National Ballet Theatre, the return of Swan Lake follows a sold-out Southeast Asia tour in 2024.

“We wanted this to be more than a repeat — we wanted to make history,” says Dimitri Montalto, Director of Crescendo Asia. “Bringing Bondareva to Kuala Lumpur is a celebration of world-class ballet, made accessible to Malaysian audiences.”

Kuala Lumpur Performance
11 October — KLCC Plenary Hall
Tickets available on official ticketing platform
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