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February 18, 2026
Lev Semenov: Ballet Endures Because It Represents a Classic and Lasting Experience
Ballet artist Lev Semenov will premiere in the role of Toreador in the ballet 'Carmen Suite' on Friday evening, February 27th (7:30 PM) at the Madlenianum in Zemun. This guest appearance presents a special opportunity for art dance lovers to see him again on the Belgrade stage, following his acclaimed premiere performance in the role of Basil in the ballet 'Don Quixote,' recently performed on the main stage of the National Theatre in Belgrade.
TL;DR
- Lev Semenov will premiere as Toreador in 'Carmen Suite' on February 27th at Madlenianum, Zemun.
- This is a special opportunity for Belgrade audiences to see him after his performance in 'Don Quixote'.
- Semenov describes 'Don Quixote' as technically demanding yet universally accessible.
- He found the exploration of Spanish character and temperament a unique challenge compared to his Russian classical ballet training.
- Semenov emphasizes the importance of ensemble unity and ballet's enduring quality.
- He trained at the Vaganova Academy and Moscow State Academy of Choreography and was engaged at the Kremlin Ballet Theatre.
- Choreographer Aleksandar Ilić directed 'Carmen Suite' based on Georges D'Aulnis' libretto.
- Ana Teslić will perform the title role of Carmen.
- Other performers include Aleksandar Polupanov as Don Jose, Nikola Bianko as Zuniga, and Feodora Grujić as Fate.
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