Set design for The Sleeping Beauty (Спящая красавица), a ballet in a prologue and three acts to music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. This reimagined staging embraces a modern minimalism that enriches the ballet's timeless narrative and Tchaikovsky's lush score with fresh visual intimacy. In keeping with the ballet's classic roots, the design incorporates subtle historical influences that evoke elegance and grandeur, distilled into a clean and structured aesthetic.
This project was developed during my studies in set design at the National Institute of Dramatic Art, Australia.
My vision for The Sleeping Beauty combines a contemporary aesthetic with a subtle nod to historical opulence. The minimalist approach to beauty creates an elegant, restrained backdrop that allows the narrative to breathe, focusing on simplicity to amplify dramatic effect. Colour is employed as a narrative tool, with soft gradients and carefully chosen hues that evolve across scenes to evoke shifting moods and the passage of time. The play of light and shadow is crucial, enhancing the dreamlike quality of the piece and creating depth within the minimalist setting. This interplay will cast silhouettes and unveil hidden details, contributing to an atmosphere that feels both ethereal and timeless.
The Palace of King Florestan
The Gardens of the Royal Palace
The Enchanted Forest
Behind the scenes
