The Royal Ballet’s *Onegin* has always been a masterpiece, but the recent debut performances? Absolute fire. The Financial Times called it "thrilling," and honestly, they weren’t exaggerating.
From the moment the curtain rose, the chemistry between the leads was electric. The way they embodied Pushkin’s tragic romance—every glance, every lift, every desperate reach—felt raw and real. The pas de deux in Act II? Chills. The kind of dancing that makes you forget to breathe.
But what really stood out was the fresh energy of the new cast. Debut roles are always risky, but these dancers didn’t just meet expectations—they shattered them. The emotional depth, the technical precision… it was like watching the ballet for the first time all over again.
And let’s talk about the staging. The Royal Ballet’s production is timeless, but this revival had a renewed intensity. The sets, the lighting, the way every detail amplified the heartbreak—genius.
If you missed it, you missed magic. Here’s hoping this cast gets more performances soon, because *Onegin* has never felt more alive. **Bravo.**
