On July 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM, a magical children's ballet "Little Red Riding Hood" will take place at the Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater, staged by the ballet studio of Honored Artist of Ukraine, Svetlana Antipova. This lively, cozy performance for children and their parents lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes and is performed in two acts to the music of classical composers, allowing you to easily immerse yourself in the story even without prior acquaintance with ballet. The event will be held in the Italian style of classical opera, but the plot is based on the famous French fairy tales of Charles Perrault, making it understandable for the Ukrainian audience.
About the Event
This is a grand classical production in two acts performed by young talented dancers from Svetlana Antipova's ballet studio, recognized as Honored Artist of Ukraine. The performance is part of the repertoire of the Odesa Opera Theater and is being shown for the first time this season in July, although it has previously been demonstrated in December of past years. The musical foundation of the ballet is a true musical mosaic, including works by Adolphe Adam, Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, Charles Gounod, Paul Murat, Gioachino Rossini, and Johann Strauss. This approach creates a dynamic and emotional backdrop that highlights every moment of the story.
Plot and Mood
The story tells of a little girl who ventures into the deep forest to visit her grandmother and encounters a cunning wolf there. The mood of the performance is bright and fairy-tale-like, but with elements of light tension when the heroine gets into forest troubles, making it interesting not only for children but also for adults. Key scenes include:
- The girl joyfully strolling in the forest, enjoying the flowers and majestic trees.
- A sudden encounter with the wolf that shifts the calm tone to dramatic.
- The final resolution where good triumphs over evil, and the girl successfully returns to her grandmother.
Production
The director and artistic leader of the production is Svetlana Antipova, a renowned Ukrainian artist who heads the ballet studio where 52 dancers from the National Academy of Theater, Opera, and Ballet of Odesa perform alongside academy students. The theater's orchestra, which accompanies the performance, consists of professional musicians providing quality musical support. The visual style of the ballet is classical, with elements of fairy-tale aesthetics that correspond to the children's genre and fairy-tale plot.
How to Get There, Duration, and Intermissions
The theater is located at 1 Chaykovskogo Street in Odesa, easily accessible by metro: the nearest station is "Prospekt Heroiv," and the distance from the station to the theater is about a 10-minute walk. The performance lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes and has one intermission, allowing the audience to rest and discuss the first act. If you plan to arrive by car, there is parking around the theater, but it is better to arrive 15-20 minutes before the start to avoid delays.
Prices and Who It's For
Tickets for children's ballets at the Odesa Opera Theater usually start from a few hundred hryvnias, and exact prices can be viewed on the Kontramarka website, where tickets for this performance are available. This performance is perfect for a family outing when you want to immerse yourself in a fairy-tale world with your child, or for friends looking for a light and emotional event. The children's ballet will not be boring even for adults, as the music and dance are designed to captivate all viewers.
Tips for the Audience
It is advisable to arrive at the theater 15-20 minutes before the start to avoid delays and settle in comfortably. There is no dress code, but it's better to come in cozy yet not overly formal attire to feel comfortable. During the intermission, you can discuss the first act, buy sweets at the buffet, or simply relax to fully immerse yourself in the second act.
Would you prefer a daytime performance for a calm mood, or an evening one with dinner after the show — what would you choose for your family?
