With countless iterations since its first appearance in the 1600s, the fairy tale about a beautiful princess cursed to sleep until her true love wakes her with a kiss can be interpreted in many enchanting ways. Here, ballet artists from all over the world will present the story with breathtaking costumery and hand-painted sets, Tchaikovsky’s classic score, and the intricate, elaborate choreography from Marius Petipa (1819-1910), the master behind Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. Don’t sleep on this golden opportunity for a truly magical night at the ballet. – Kat McNevins