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The Bolshoi Theatre hosted the graduation concert of the Moscow State Academy of Choreography

An evening of national ballet achievements took place at the Bolshoi Theatre, which hosted the graduation concert of the Moscow State Academy of Choreography.

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An evening of national ballet achievements took place at the Bolshoi Theatre, which hosted the graduation concert of the Moscow State Academy of Choreography. This event, held on the Historic Stage, marked a significant artistic moment of the season.

The program exceeded expectations with its dramaturgy, skill, and alignment with modern ballet's demands. The concert featured a historical retrospective of Russian ballet achievements, showcasing pieces from the 19th century to the 1930s, performed impeccably by both graduates and senior students.

The concert concluded with a vibrant polonaise and krakowiak from A Life for the Tsar, staged by Rostislav Zakharov, involving dozens of dancers in luxurious costumes designed by Tatiana Noginova.

Marina Leonova, Rector of the Academy, expressed gratitude for the Bolshoi Theatre's support and the sponsorship that made the event's splendor possible. The concert ended with prolonged applause, marking the end of the graduates' school journey. Notably, 11 young dancers have been invited to join the Bolshoi Theatre company, signaling a promising future ahead.