La Bayadère (Baiadera) by Ludwig Minkus

The Romanian National Opera in Timișoara presents the ballet La Bayadère by Ludwig Minkus on 21 November 2026, at 19:00. The guest conductor is Djordje Pavlović, the choreography is by Marius Petipa, and the direction and choreographic adaptation are by Ovidiu Matei Iancu. The set design is by Dragoș Buhagiar.

The main performers are Carla Dukai (Nikia), Gustavo Ferreira (Solor), Cecilia Bassetto (Gamzatti) and Darius Agrima (Rajah). Masayoshi Sato (Idol) and Adam Sanchez (Fakir) make their debuts in these roles. The Opera's orchestra and ballet company dance, in collaboration with pupils of the "Ion Vidu" Arts High School, "Ștefan Gheorghe" choreography section.

The performance has one interval and ends at around 21:20. The recommended age is 5+. The ballet, which premiered in 1877, is set in ancient India, and Minkus's music remains in the musique dansante style of the period. The Opera's management reserves the right to change the programme. Details: www.facebook.com/events/3563533627142615