A photo of the classic Swan Lake performed by the Russian National Ballet Theatre [Photo/WeChat account: zjgtvnews]

The Russian National Ballet Theatre will perform Swan Lake for Zhangjiagang audiences at the Poly Grand Theater at 7 pm on Jan 7.

Stage performances have been a New Year tradition in Zhangjiagang since 2012. The organizer, Zhangjiagang Daily, has invited many national troupes, including the China National Traditional Orchestra, to perform in the city.

The Russian National Ballet Theatre was founded in 1878 and currently has a team of more than 60 performers.

In recent years, the troupe has gained a strong reputation in a number of countries, including the United States, Spain, Greece, Iceland, Norway, Italy, China, Mexico, Germany, and Malta.