On Sunday 22nd January, Showcase Cinemas is bringing the Bolshoi Ballet’s stunning recital of The Sleeping Beauty to Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater. Fans will have the rare opportunity to watch the world renowned performance streamed live from Moscow.

The story begins at the christening of Princess Aurora, where the evil Carabosse throws a curse upon her; on her 16th birthday, Aurora will prick her finger and die. Fortunately for the princess, the powerful Lilac Fairy is able to lessen the curse so Aurora will fall into a sleep for a hundred years, and can only be woken by a kiss from a prince.

This much-loved fairy tale boasts Tchaikovsky's greatest score, along with choreography by the legendary Yuri Grigorovich. Hailed as one of the world’s most foremost ballet companies, the Bolshoi’s dancers will take you on a magical journey in the purest style of classical ballet.

James Dobbin, Director of Event Cinema at Showcase Cinemas says, “Renowned for its spectacular performances, the Bolshoi Ballet’s production of The Sleeping Beauty is a must-see. Our guests will have the opportunity to experience the breath-taking set and glittering costumes, as the dancers perform live. We’re delighted to be bringing this timeless classic to our cinemas for everyone to enjoy in high definition.”

The event will be screened in selected Showcase Cinemas nationwide on Sunday 22nd January at 3pm. For full listings and tickets visit www.showcasecinemas.co.uk Tickets for live screenings: Prices and tickets can be found at www.showcasecinemas.co.uk Showing at: Bluewater Cinema de Lux Bristol Cinema de Lux Derby Cinema de Lux Leicester Cinema de Lux Leeds Cinema de Lux Nottingham Cinema de Lux Reading Cinema de Lux Cardiff Coventry Dudley Paisley Peterborough Cinema de Lux Teesside Walsall Based on information supplied by Sam Clark.