The Passions of Molière, or Don Juan’s Mask at the Alexandrinsky Theatre (Saint Petersburg)

Please note that the cast is subject to change.

Director: Boris Eifman

Boris Eifman’s ballet «Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan» returns to the stage of the Alexandrinsky Theatre in Saint Petersburg. The music of renowned classical composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hector Berlioz, and Jean-Baptiste Lully recreates the era of Molière on stage.

This production is part of the repertoire of Boris Eifman’s ballets and continues a profound interpretation of the legacy of the French comic playwright. Choreographer Boris Eifman turns to the work of Molière — a playwright, actor, and founder of his own troupe — complementing it with the story of one of the author’s central characters, Don Juan. Hurry to buy tickets for the ballet «Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan» online to secure the best seats.

«Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan» marks Eifman’s second exploration of the image of the great master of comedy. His earlier ballet «Don Juan and Molière», staged in 2001, received high praise from critics. The new ballet delves deeper into the study of inner conflict, reflecting the interaction between reality and theatrical space, as well as the intertwining destinies of the author and his characters. The image of the French playwright is presented in this production in a far more detailed and multifaceted way.

The performance introduces key milestones of Molière’s biography and reveals how his most famous works were created. Inner anxieties, everyday struggles, and passions became sources of his inspiration. Choreographer Boris Eifman acknowledges a deep affinity with Molière’s inner world, emphasizing the similarity of their paths in shaping their own theatres.

The choreography and stage design, along with vivid sets and costumes, highlight the inner tragedy of the great playwright. Do not miss the upcoming performances of this renowned production!

Where and when will the performance take place

The ballet «Molière Passion, or The Mask of Don Juan» will be performed at the Alexandrinsky Theatre in Saint Petersburg on March 10 and 11, 2026.

Ticket prices for the ballet ‘Passions after Molière, or Don Juan’s Mask’ in Saint Petersburg

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Online Ticket Purchase for the Ballet «Molière Passion» at the Alexandrinsky Theatre

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