Alberta Ballet Swan Lake

Few ballets command the stage with the power and elegance of Swan Lake. The sweeping choreography of the corps de ballet, the emotional depth of Odette and Siegfried’s love story, and the tension of the Black Swan’s deception make it one of the most captivating works in the classical repertoire. Alberta Ballet’s production follows the beloved Petipa/Ivanov tradition while embracing the bold vision of Benjamin Pech, former étoile of the Paris Opera Ballet. Pech heightens the drama by reimagining Benno—Siegfried’s closest friend—as the true villain, deepening the prince’s turmoil and reshaping the ballet’s tragic conclusion.

On most dates, Tchaikovsky’s sweeping score is performed live, surrounding audiences with the full power of the orchestra and amplifying the emotional impact of the choreography. The combination of Pech’s storytelling and Alberta Ballet’s artistry makes this Swan Lake an unmissable event.

With evocative design and powerful performances, this production offers a compelling take on a timeless masterpiece. Experience Swan Lake—a story of love, deception, and destiny—brought vividly to life on stage.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. LIMIT ONE (1) ENTRY PER PERSON PER CONTEST PERIOD. FIVE (5) AVAILABLE PRIZES TO BE WON. MUST BE A LEGAL RESIDENT OF THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA WHO IS AGE OF MAJORITY OR OLDER AT TIME OF ENTRY. CONTEST RUNS FROM FEBRUARY 16 – MARCH 8, 2026. ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 P.M. MT ON  MARCH 8, 2026. SKILL TESTING QUESTION MUST BE CORRECTLY ANSWERED TO CLAIM PRIZE. ODDS OF BEING SELECTED DEPEND ON NUMBER OF ELIGIBLE ENTRIES RECEIVED.