Swan Lake in Portsmouth 2026: Get your tickets for Varna International Ballet with live orchestra


Varna International Ballet returns for a new season in 2026 brought to life by magical special effects – don’t miss them in Portsmouth.
Raymond Gubbay presents Swan Lake performed by Varna International Ballet accompanied by a live orchestra -the Varna International Ballet Orchestra.
On February 15 at the King’s Theatre, Portsmouth you can enjoy this spectacle at 2pm and 5:30pm
The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score, with choreography by Marius Petipa, Lev Ivanov, Sergey Bobrov and Natalia Matus-Marchuk.
From the impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all. From Odile, the temptress in black tulle as she seduces the Prince by spinning with captivating precision to the spellbound purity of the swan queen, Odette as she flutters with emotional intensity, the dual role of Odette/Odile is one of ballet’s most unmissable technical challenges.
Varna International Ballet & Orchestra
Founded in 1947, the critically acclaimed Varna International Ballet returns to the UK following a breathtaking debut tour, led by Daniela Dimova, Artistic Director, and Azat Maxutov, Music Director and Chief Conductor.
Renowned for its award-winning soloists and magnificent corps de ballet, the company has been delighting audiences for decades at home and abroad with its performances of the highest quality.
“We are thrilled to be bringing our highly talented company of dancers and musicians back to the UK. We can’t wait to perform for British audiences again and to bring these magical ballets to life on stage.” Daniela Dimova
In 2026 Varna International Ballet and Orchestra will be performing Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and, new for 2026, Cinderella, to 23 venues around the UK, presented by RG Live.
To book tickets for Swan Lake in Portsmouth click here.