Roberto Bolle and Friends
A spectacular evening of dance with the world’s most celebrated étoile
For the first time at Dubai Opera, audiences will have the rare opportunity to experience Roberto Bolle and Friends, a production that has become one of the most acclaimed dance galas in the world.
Roberto Bolle, universally recognized as one of the greatest ballet stars of our time, is not only the leading performer of the evening but also its Artistic Director. The Italian-born dancer has been a Principal Dancer with the American Ballet Theatre in New York, the first Italian étoile at La Scala Theatre in Milan, and a guest artist with the most prestigious companies worldwide. His artistry, vision, and charisma have made him a true cultural ambassador for ballet, bringing this art form to millions around the globe.
With the Support of Italy
This extraordinary event is presented by ArteDanza Srl with the sponsorship of Mapei and the valued support of the Embassy of Italy to the United Arab Emirates, underlining the importance of cultural exchange and the strengthening of artistic ties between Italy and the UAE.
Why You Can’t Miss It
See Roberto Bolle live: one of the world’s most celebrated étoiles and a true icon of dance.
Curated excellence: a program that blends great classics with cutting-edge contemporary creations.
Emotional journey: from beauty and elegance to energy and innovation, the evening promises an unforgettable experience.
A cultural bridge: proudly supported by the Italian Embassy and Mapei, this gala celebrates art, heritage, and international dialogue.
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Dubai Opera is the ideal venue to celebrate elegance and style. Kindly avoid overly casual or provocative attire, such as shorts or flip flops, to uphold our venue standards. Guests not complying with the dress code will not be permitted entry.
6+ years would require a ticket to enter the Dubai Opera Main Auditorium.
Below 6+ years are not permitted into the Dubai Opera Main Auditorium.
Approximately 2 hours including intermission
Latecomers will not be admitted into the auditorium once the performance has begun. Entry will only be permitted during intermission, if applicable
ROBERTO BOLLE
Teatro alla Scala, Milano
NICOLETTA MANNI
Teatro alla Scala, Milano
TOON LOBACH
International Guest Artist
EKATERINE SURMAVA
Dortmund Ballet, Dortmund
ILDAR GAYNUTDINOV
International Guest Artist
TATIANA MELNIK
Hungarian National Ballet, Budapest
MOTOMI KIYOTA
Hungarian National Ballet, Budapest
BAKTIYAR ADAMZHAN
Astana Ballet Company, Astana
PROGRAM
1. Caravaggio
Choreography: Mauro Bigonzetti
Music: Bruno Moretti, from Claudio Monteverdi
Artists: Ekaterine Surmava, Ildar Gaynutdinov, Roberto Bolle
2. Flames of Paris
Choreography: Vasilij Vainonen
Music: Boris Asafiev
Artists: Tatiana Melnik, Motomi Kiyota
3. Moonlight
Choreography: Juliano Nunes
Music: Claude Debussy
Artists: Toon Lobach, Roberto Bolle
4. Le Corsaire
Choreography: Marius Petipa
Music: Riccardo Drigo
Artists: Nicoletta Manni, Baktiyar Adamzhan
5. In Your Black Eyes
Choreography: Patrick De Bana
Music: Ezio Bosso
Artist: Roberto Bolle
INTERVAL
6. Carmen
Choreography: Roland Petit
Music: Georges Bizet
Artists: Nicoletta Manni, Roberto Bolle
7. Don Quijote
Choreography: Marius Petipa
Music: Ludwig Minkus
Artists: Tatiana Melnik, Motomi Kiyota
8. Les Indomptés
Choreography: Claude Brumachon
Revived by: Benjamin Lamarche
Music: Wim Mertens
Artists: Toon Lobach, Roberto Bolle
9. The Dying Swan
Choreography: Mikhail Fokine
Music: Camille Saint-Saëns
Artist: Ekaterine Surmava
10. Metaphor
Choreography: Zoi Tatopoulos
Music: M.E.S.H
Artist: Ildar Gaynutdinov
11. Spring Waters
Choreography: Asaf Messerer
Music: Sergei Rachmaninoff
Artists: Tatiana Melnik, Roberto Bolle
12. Sphere
Choreography: Mauro Bigonzetti
Music: Alessandro Quarta
Set and light designer: Carlo Cerri
Graphic design: OOOPStudio
Light designer: Valerio Tiberi
Producer ARTEDANZASRL
