Firebird Ballet

The Firebird ballet tells the story of Prince Ivan's journey to win the heart and hand of his princess. First, he has to get past the evil magician, Kostcheï...

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Prince Ivan is lost in a deep forest and after some time he finds himself in an enchanted garden. Little does he know, this enchanted garden belongs to the evil Kostcheï .

In this enchanted garden that Prince Ivan comes across the Firebird, he is amazed at her similarity between both a bird and a woman's form. He moves towards the Firebird who is surrounded by a magic tree full of magic apples.

Prince Ivan grabs the Firebird and she frantically struggles to be set free. The Firebird is desperate to released and so she offers him one of her feathers which will help him should he ever need it. Prince Ivan accepts, and the Firebird flies off.

Prince Ivan continues on in the forest until he finds himself at the gate of an old castle. He spots 12 maidens which are led by the beautiful Tsarevna.

Tsarevna tells Prince Ivan that this castle belongs to Kostcheï. Tsarevna informs Prince Ivan that Kostcheï is a magican who casts a spell on any traveler who is passing by.

By dawn, Tsarevna and the maidens must return to the castle. Before they leave, Tsarevna and Prince Ivan share a kiss.

Despite of what she warned him, Ivan follows them towards the castle. When he reaches the gate, a bell rings out and a group of figures hurry from the castle.

Kostcheï appears from the group and moves forward to Ivan. Kostcheï attempts to turn Ivan into stone but Ivan quickly waves the Firebird's feather in front of himself.

The Firebird instantly appears to help Ivan. She takes care of the situation and Ivan follows her directions. He steals a great egg which holds Kostcheï's soul and he throws it to the ground. The spell is broken and Kostcheï dies.

Prince Ivan and Tsarevna meet together and realize their love for one another. They get married and everyone joins together for a thanksgiving.

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