TCHAIKOVSKY'S Swan Lake will be performed at St David's Hall ahead of the new year.

The ballet comes to the National Concert Hall of Wales for seven performances from Thursday, December 29 to Monday, January 2, 2017 at 2pm, 5.30pm and 7pm (excluding Sunday, January 1, 2017).

Tchaikovsky originally wrote this ballet to entertain his nieces during the summer of 1871.

Yet, it was only when the Imperial Theatre in Moscow commissioned a full-length ballet that he remembered he had already started one.

Swan Lake went on to become perhaps the most desired performance to see live.

The dual role of the white and black swans is one of ballet’s most technical challenges.

Accompanied by Tchaikovsky’s recognisable score, this tale tells the story of the princess Odette, who is turned into a swan by a sorcerer’s evil curse. Only love can reverse the spell. Will Odette find her handsome prince?

The majesty of the ballroom and the moonlit scene where the swans glide in formation are memorable sights from this ballet.

Swan Lake will be performed by the Russian State Ballet and Orchestra of Siberia.

There are a number of ticketing options available for the ballet and all purchases are subject to an additional £3.95 ticket service charge per transaction and an optional 95p postage fee.

To book your seats and for more information please visit stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk or call the box office on 029 2087 8444.