STARS GALA
artists
Even CapitaineFirst Soloist of the Mariinsky Theatre
Former soloist of the Bolshoi Theatre of Belarus
Former soloist of the Bolshoi Theatre of Belarus
Evan Capitaine is a distinguished dancer whose career bridges the elite traditions of Western European and Slavic ballet schools. Known for his noble stage presence and refined technique, he currently serves as a First Soloist at the world-renowned Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg.
Education and Career
Capitaine’s training began at the prestigious Paris Opera Ballet School in France, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. He later moved to Minsk to complete his professional education at the Belarusian State Choreographic Gymnasium-College, graduating in 2016.
Upon graduation, he joined the Bolshoi Theatre of Belarus, where he served as a Soloist from 2016 to 2022.
In July 2022, Evan Capitaine made his highly anticipated debut at the Mariinsky Theatre in the role of Solor (La Bayadère). His talent and artistry were quickly recognized, and in 2023, he was promoted to the rank of First Soloist.
Repertoire
Evan Capitaine’s repertoire features lead roles in the most demanding classical ballets, as well as masterpieces of the 20th century and contemporary choreography.
Classical Masterpieces (Marius Petipa / Konstantin Sergeyev):
• Giselle (Count Albrecht)
• Swan Lake (Prince Siegfried, Rothbart)
• The Sleeping Beauty (Prince Désiré, Aurora’s Suitors)
• Raymonda (Jean de Brienne)
• The Pharaoh’s Daughter (Taor) – Reconstructed by Toni Candeloro
• La Bayadère (Solor)
• Le Corsaire (Conrad) – Choreography by Pyotr Gusev based on Petipa
• The Talisman (Pas de deux)
Dramatic and Neoclassical Repertoire:
• Romeo and Juliet (Romeo) – Leonid Lavrovsky
• The Nutcracker (Nutcracker Prince) – Vasily Vainonen
• The Fountain of Bakhchisarai (Watslav) – Rostislav Zakharov
• Legend of Love (Ferkhad) – Yuri Grigorovich
• Carmen Suite (Jose) – Alberto Alonso
• Margarita and Armand (Armand) – Frederick Ashton
Contemporary and 20th Century Works:
• Le Parc (Soloist) – Angelin Preljocaj
• Danses Concertantes – Alexander Sergeyev
• Coppélia (Coppelius) – Alexander Sergeyev
• The Little Humpbacked Horse (Ivan the Fool) – Alexei Ratmansky
• Paquita (Andrés) – Yuri Smekalov, reconstruction of Petipa/Burlaka
Winner of "Bolshoi Ballet" (TV Project, 2024): Partnered with Maria Ilyushkina
Education and Career
Capitaine’s training began at the prestigious Paris Opera Ballet School in France, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. He later moved to Minsk to complete his professional education at the Belarusian State Choreographic Gymnasium-College, graduating in 2016.
Upon graduation, he joined the Bolshoi Theatre of Belarus, where he served as a Soloist from 2016 to 2022.
In July 2022, Evan Capitaine made his highly anticipated debut at the Mariinsky Theatre in the role of Solor (La Bayadère). His talent and artistry were quickly recognized, and in 2023, he was promoted to the rank of First Soloist.
Repertoire
Evan Capitaine’s repertoire features lead roles in the most demanding classical ballets, as well as masterpieces of the 20th century and contemporary choreography.
Classical Masterpieces (Marius Petipa / Konstantin Sergeyev):
• Giselle (Count Albrecht)
• Swan Lake (Prince Siegfried, Rothbart)
• The Sleeping Beauty (Prince Désiré, Aurora’s Suitors)
• Raymonda (Jean de Brienne)
• The Pharaoh’s Daughter (Taor) – Reconstructed by Toni Candeloro
• La Bayadère (Solor)
• Le Corsaire (Conrad) – Choreography by Pyotr Gusev based on Petipa
• The Talisman (Pas de deux)
Dramatic and Neoclassical Repertoire:
• Romeo and Juliet (Romeo) – Leonid Lavrovsky
• The Nutcracker (Nutcracker Prince) – Vasily Vainonen
• The Fountain of Bakhchisarai (Watslav) – Rostislav Zakharov
• Legend of Love (Ferkhad) – Yuri Grigorovich
• Carmen Suite (Jose) – Alberto Alonso
• Margarita and Armand (Armand) – Frederick Ashton
Contemporary and 20th Century Works:
• Le Parc (Soloist) – Angelin Preljocaj
• Danses Concertantes – Alexander Sergeyev
• Coppélia (Coppelius) – Alexander Sergeyev
• The Little Humpbacked Horse (Ivan the Fool) – Alexei Ratmansky
• Paquita (Andrés) – Yuri Smekalov, reconstruction of Petipa/Burlaka
Winner of "Bolshoi Ballet" (TV Project, 2024): Partnered with Maria Ilyushkina
At the end of each summer intensive, the great ballet stars meet to participate at our Stars Gala, the unforgettable event of ballet excellence. Students of professional course have the unique opportunity to share stage with the greatest world ballet stars of modern days come together to be part of a unique show, performing the most outstanding works of classical and neoclassical ballet, as well as contemporary pieces by today's most prominent choreographers. The possibility of performing on the same stage with their idols in front of more than 1000 spectators is an unforgettable experience and inspiration for any student, that marks a milestone in their development. RMB Stars Galas are considered to be the final culmination of every summer intensive with the magical night full of emotions. The proceeds will be used for a scholarship program and support for ballet students in situations of economic and social vulnerability.
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