The Archive · 1937

Lo Ballet Russe

The Russian Ballet who is so well remembered by their talented and artistic productions of the last séa-son, is taking pride in giving full attention to symphony orchestra accompaniment of their Ballets, unrivalled scenery and settings and gorgeous costumes.

For the forthcoming productions ai "Cleopatra" end "Les Millions d'Arlequin" the scenery will be painted from sketches by the well-known artist-painter, M. Domracheff whilst an augmented symphony orchestra will be conducted by Maestro A. Sloutsky on two first nights and by Maestro V. Saricheff at the last performance. Over 100 beautiful Costumes specially designed are being prepared by expert theatrical dressmakers. In a word, everything is done to bring this show io the highest standard of entertainment ever presented in Shanghai.

All lovers of refined terpsichorean art and symphony music should not s this real treat to eyes and ears.

dvance booking is open at Mou-and at the Lyceum Theatre. The performances are fixed for November 26 and 27 (evenings, and November 28 (matinee)

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