Filmed for IMAX®, Exclusive to Ster-Kinekor’s IMAX Cinemas for a Truly Immersive Cinema Experience

Have you ever wondered how the four cygnets keep such perfect time as they perform the much-loved ‘Dance of the Cygnets’ during the second act of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake? What about all the emotions during the Black Swan pas de deux, considered by many to be the most famous dance of the ballet for both its technical difficulty and dramatic cohesion, as Siegfried falls for Odile, believing her to be Odette?

Ballet fans across the country will soon have the opportunity to appreciate the technique, dexterity, and mastery of the dancers in detail when one of the world’s most beloved ballets, Swan Lake, is released in IMAX at Ster-Kinekor for a limited run. The ballet will be screened in IMAX on 8 and 9 November at 19:30, and on 10 November at 15:15, with a 2D screening in select cinemas at 14:30 on 10 November. The duration of the performance is 145 minutes.

First Time Ever in IMAX

For the very first time, admirers of this beautiful art form can enjoy Swan Lake up close on the giant IMAX screen, with a front-row seat to this never-before-seen immersive cinema experience! Filmed for IMAX at Paris Opera under the direction of Isabelle Julien, the cast includes Sae Eun Park as Odette/Odile, Paul Marque as Prince Siegfried, and Pablo Legasa as Rothbart, together with the Paris Opera Corps de Ballet.

The Story of Swan Lake

During his birthday celebrations, Prince Siegfried must choose a bride. Trying to escape reality, he dreams of a perfect love. His tutor reminds him of his duties, but during a dreamlike getaway, the prince meets Odette, a princess transformed into a swan by the powerful sorcerer Rothbart. Only true love can break the spell. Captivated, Siegfried promises to save her and invites her to his party. To trap the prince, Rothbart sends his daughter Odile, disguised as Odette, to seduce him.

Screening Locations and Booking

Don't miss the opportunity to watch Swan Lake in the best possible cinema format – the larger-than-life IMAX screen – for a truly immersive experience. Ster-Kinekor’s IMAX cinemas are located at:

• The Grove in Tshwane
• Cradlestone, Eastgate, and Mall of Africa in Johannesburg
• Gateway in Durban
• Baywest in Gqeberha
• Blue Route, CapeGate, and V&A Waterfront in Cape Town

The 2D screening on 10 November will be available at:

• Brooklyn in Tshwane
• Rosebank Nouveau in Johannesburg
• Garden Route in George
• Somerset in Somerset West
• Tygervalley in Cape Town

Bookings are now open. Get your tickets at www.sterkinekor.com or download the SK App on your smartphone. For updates, follow Ster-Kinekor on Facebook at Ster-Kinekor Theatres and on Twitter at @SterKinekor. For all queries, call Ticketline on 0861-Movies (668 437).

What Is IMAX?

IMAX is a global innovator in entertainment technology, creating the most immersive moviegoing experience through its proprietary software, architecture, and equipment. From the clearest visuals to precision audio, IMAX transports audiences beyond their seats into extraordinary worlds. Top filmmakers and studios utilise IMAX’s technology to connect with audiences in exceptional ways, making it the world’s leading platform for blockbuster entertainment.

About Ster-Kinekor Theatres

Ster-Kinekor Theatres is the largest movie exhibitor in Africa, operating 41 cinema complexes in South Africa and six international sites in Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. With 329 large-scale screens and 45,946 seats, Ster-Kinekor boasts the largest 3D footprint in South Africa. It offers innovative cinema experiences, including Cinema Nouveau, Cine Prestige, and IMAX across nine theatres. Ster-Kinekor’s SK Club loyalty programme rewards moviegoers with points and half-price tickets on Tuesdays, while its SK Subscription Club allows members to enjoy movies monthly at a set cost.

Ster-Kinekor remains committed to delivering Great Moments at Their Greatest, ensuring that cinema lovers across Africa experience movies as they were meant to be seen—on the big screen.

See more at: www.sterkinekor.com

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