Part of World Ballet Company’s 2026–2027 National Tour
Performance at Beach / Schmidt Performing Arts Center on Oct 22 at 7:00 PM
Los Angeles, CA — Due to popular demand, the World Ballet Company is announcing the
return of its breathtaking production of Swan Lake on tour for the beginning of the 2026-2027
season. The company brings its signature blend of classical artistry and Broadway-style
theatrical flair to Beach / Schmidt Performing Arts Center in Hays, KS on Oct 22, one of
over 80 performances of this extraordinary show that is gracing stages across the country.
Now in its fourth full season, World Ballet Company has rapidly become the nation’s leading
touring ballet company. WBC is committed to making ballet accessible and engaging for
audiences in communities large and small in over 40 U.S. states. Known for its cinematic
staging, original choreography, and global roster of professional dancers, the company presents
reimagined classics in more than 180 different cities each year.
“We believe ballet is for everyone, and the response from audiences nationwide
has been incredible,” said producer Gulya Hartwick, who co-founded World Ballet
Company with Sasha Gorskaya. “Swan Lake is arguably the most iconic ballet ever
created, and we’re thrilled to bring this majestic production to you.”
This production features choreography by Nadezhda Kalinina, based on the original staging by
Marius Petipa, as well as over 150 hand-sewn costumes, richly detailed, hand-painted sets
created using centuries-old theatrical techniques, and stunning projection and
multi-media visuals.
“Our Swan Lake combines the elegance of classical ballet with vivid, immersive
storytelling,” said Gorskaya. “It’s a magical experience for both ballet newcomers
and longtime fans.”
A timeless tale of love, betrayal, and transformation, Swan Lake follows Prince Siegfried as he
encounters Odette, a princess doomed to live as a swan by day under the spell of a sorcerer.
Though Prince Siegfried pledges his love and vows to break the curse, he is deceived by the
sorcerer’s daughter, Odile — the dazzling and mysterious Black Swan — leading to heartbreak
and tragedy. With its unforgettable imagery, including the iconic Dance of the Little Swans
and the spellbinding 32 fouettés of the Black Swan, all set to Tchaikovsky’s sweeping
score, Swan Lake endures as one of the most technically demanding and emotionally resonant
ballets of all time.
The 2026–2027 World Ballet Company season will also include:
● The Nutcracker (November 13 – December 28, 2026)
● The Sleeping Beauty (February 4 – May 15, 2027)
● Swan Lake (February 4 – May 15, 2027)
PERFORMANCE DETAILS:
Date: Oct 22
Showtime: 7:00 PM
Venue: Beach / Schmidt Performing Arts Center
Tickets: $59.24 – $110.45 (all fees included) | On sale now at
https://worldballetcompany.com/hays
Run Time: 2 hours, 30 minutes (including 20-minute intermission)
Recommended for: Ages 5 and up
ABOUT WORLD BALLET COMPANY
World Ballet Company is an independent, Los Angeles-based national touring ballet company
led by founders Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick. Built from the ground up without
institutional backing, the company produces and presents its own national tours, bringing
full-scale ballet productions to audiences across the United States.
Known for fresh, cinematic stagings of beloved classics and original works, World Ballet
Company combines exceptional international artistry, elaborate hand-crafted costumes, and
immersive theatrical design. Its ensemble features acclaimed dancers from more than ten
countries, reflecting the company’s distinctly global identity.
Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone, World Ballet Company has reached more than
600,000 people across 200+ cities — many of them first-time ballet attendees.
World Ballet Company: Ballet Everywhere, Ballet For All.
For more information and production photos, please reach out to:
Peter Tsvetkov
peter@worldballetcompany.com
worldballetcompany.com