Durham University Ballet Company: Swan Lake

Experience the magic of Swan Lake in this captivating three-act ballet performed by the Durham University Ballet Company (DUBC), returning for a fifth year at Gala Durham.Set to Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score, Swan Lake tells a story of love and betrayal.

Prince Siegfried encounters Odette, a young woman cursed to live as a swan by day, human only by night.

As dark magic and deception threaten to keep them apart, Siegfried must confront his fate in a tale filled with hope and tragedy.Across three acts, Durham University Ballet Company brings this classical story to life with original choreography, ensemble work, and solo performances.

From moving lakeside scenes to the drama of the royal court, the production showcases the technical quality and the beautiful artistry of the dancers.Whether you are discovering Swan Lake for the first time or returning to a beloved classic, this DUBC performance hopes to encapsulate the power and elegance of one of ballet’s most iconic stories.