Ottawa 
Events Description
For Christopher Stowell’s first programmed season as RWB’s new artistic director, he brings us this glorious ode to Stravinsky, the quintessential ballet composer of the 20th century.
In this special evening, Stravinsky’s compositions will be brought to life on stage in two one-act ballets: Firebird, composed in 1910 for Diaghilev’s Les Ballets Russes, and The Fairy’s Kiss, composed in 1928 for Les Ballets de Madame Ida Rubinstein. Often described as revolutionary, Stravinsky’s work is difficult to characterize given his chameleon-like ability to constantly change his musical style. From percussive and folkloric, to precise, concise and witty, the rhythmic vitality of his music has cemented him as one of the most beloved composers for dance.
In the spirit of revolutionary artistic endeavours, the RWB has commissioned a new Firebird created by award-wining choreographer on the rise Chicagoan Houston Thomas. And, the extraordinary Alexei Ratmansky is the creative force behind The Fairy’s Kiss, conceived as an allegory about the seductive power of an artist’s muse, originally commissioned by Miami City Ballet in 2017.
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets : $15.00 – $115.00
How to get tickets?
Phone: 1-844-985-2787 (ARTS)
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Thursday October 29, 2026 to Saturday October 31, 2026
Thu. Oct 29, 2026 & Fri. Oct 30, 2026 | 8:00 PM
Sat. Oct 31, 2026 | 2:00 PM
1 hour 55 minutes · With intermission
Venue & Address
Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5W1
Wheelchair accessible
Paid Parking
Accessible by Public Transport
