The Twelve Months is a modern ballet inspired by a beloved Russian fairy tale, beautifully written by Samuil Marshak (1887-1964) and rooted in an ancient Czech or Bohemian legend.

Set to the timeless music of Pyotr Tchaikovsky, the libretto and choreography are created by Alyona Solovkova and Viaceslav Baltaga. The performance features students from L’Ecole de Ballet Classique and offers a captivating and enriching experience for audiences of all ages.

This timeless tale illustrates how kindness and magic can turn the harshest winter into a season of hope. The mischievous Queen promises a basket of gold to anyone who can bring her spring flowers in the dead of winter. Driven by greed, the Stepmother and her Daughter send the Stepdaughter on a dangerous quest into the snowy forest. There, she meets the sister of the months. Touched by her story, young April convinces January to trade places for just one hour. Suddenly, winter melts away, and the meadow blooms with snowdrops.

In the end, the magical sisters reward the Stepdaughter with more than just flowers, ensuring that goodness prevails over envy and cruelty.