The Russian State Ballet and Opera House are on tour again, bringing both Swan Lake, a compelling legend of tragic romance, and Giselle, the greatest of all romantic ballets, to Swindon.

Producer Alexej Ignatow explained: “With Russian ballet, you get passion.

“The Russian State Ballet and Opera House was founded to represent quality and passion for ballet and opera at the highest level. We pride ourselves in bringing over from Russia a new theatre company and production every year, with much that is original to them. That way people get a new experience.

“Of course, the music is the same but the sets, costumes, artists and staging will be completely different. “We feel that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy ballet in their lifetime, which is why we are dedicated to presenting full and positive new productions in regional theatres. We want to give the opportunity to local audiences to experience these classics, give them great pleasure and inspire them to want more.

“There is a misconception that you need to understand music or ballet to enjoy them but it is really for everyone. All these incredible performances are self-explanatory and you could be assured of falling in love with ballet.”

This is an opportunity for ballet lovers to see Swan Lake and Giselle as never before with an established and long- standing Russian company who provide a treat for the whole family.