Richmond Ballet Presents Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music

Behind one of the world’s most legendary composers lies a soul, a secret, and a story waiting to be told.

Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music is a sweeping full-length ballet by Ma Cong that explores the life and artistry of Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky and the relationships that shaped him. With powerful choreography and profound emotional depth, this production reveals the tension between Tchaikovsky’s public success and private turmoil, providing a rare glimpse into the heart of ballet’s most renowned composer.

Dates & Times
Friday, February 12 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 13 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 14 – 2:00 PM

Tickets start at $33.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 10:00am-5:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

Tchaikovsky: The Man Behind the Music
February 12-14, 2027
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center

Choreography by Ma Cong
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Additional music by Alexander Glazunov, Mikhail Glinka and Fritz Kreisler