Composer

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Sergey Prokofiev

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

"Prince Ivan and the Frog Princess" is a ballet composed by Sergey Prokofiev in 1932. The ballet premiered on November 1, 1932, at the Kirov Theatre in Leningrad, now known as St. Petersburg. The ballet is based on a Russian fairy tale about a prince who falls in love with a frog princess. The ballet consists of three acts and six scenes. The first act introduces Prince Ivan, who is searching for a bride. He comes across a frog who transforms into a beautiful princess. The second act takes place in the underwater kingdom of the frog princess, where Prince Ivan must complete a series of tasks to prove his love for her. The third act takes place on land, where the prince and princess are married and celebrate with a grand ball. Prokofiev's music for "Prince Ivan and the Frog Princess" is characterized by its use of folk melodies and rhythms. The score features a variety of instruments, including strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. The music is lively and colorful, with a sense of playfulness and whimsy that reflects the fairy tale setting. The choreography for the ballet was created by Rostislav Zakharov, who was known for his innovative use of movement and his ability to tell a story through dance. The ballet features a large ensemble cast, including dancers portraying sea creatures, courtiers, and peasants. "Prince Ivan and the Frog Princess" was well-received at its premiere and has since become a beloved classic of the Russian ballet repertoire. The ballet has been performed by companies around the world, and its music has been adapted for use in other forms of media, including film and television.

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