Based on a remarkable true story, Gustavia is a visually stunning performance capture of the Royal Swedish Ballet’s production about Gustav Badin, an enslaved child brought to the Swedish royal court who grew into a dancer, diplomat, and Freemason. With commanding performances by Paris Opera Ballet Etoile Guillaume Diop, choreography by Pär Isberg, and direction/libretto by Amir Chamdin, this sweeping production blends ballet, theater, and history to examine identity, power, and cultural erasure. Set to a rich score by Brahms, Bologne, and Beethoven, Gustavia resurrects a hidden figure of European history with elegance, fire, and depth.
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Venue Accessibility: Brava Theater is located at 2781 24th Street. Curb cuts for the sidewalk to the Brava Theater Center are located on the corner of York and 24th Street. The entrance of the theater is on the ground floor and there is an elevator to seating in the upper level of the theater.
