SYNOPSIS

Once upon a time, there was a handsome Prince named Ivan. One day, Prince Ivan goes hunting in an Enchanted Forest. Suddenly, the Firebird, a magical bird that resembles a beautiful woman appears.  He captures her, and they dance a pas de deux (a “dance for two”) while the Firebird pleads for her freedom. In return for her release, the Firebird gifts Ivan one of her magical feathers, which he could use to summon her whenever he was in great danger.

The Firebird vanishes, leaving Ivan alone in the forest… or so he believes! Suddenly, a beautiful Princess named Katerina emerges, and Ivan is instantly captivated by her beauty. He joins the Princess and her friends in a romantic dance as they display their enchanting golden apples.

Ivan discovers that the Princesses are being held captive by the Evil Katschei, a lonely sorcerer who keeps them trapped in his Enchanted Forest. Katschei’s Minions of the Land, Sky, and Fire take Ivan captive. The Monsters and Minions, come together in an infernal dance of madness.

Prince Ivan calls upon the Firebird with his magic feather to help save Katerina and the Princesses. The Firebird appears in all her splendor and bewitches the monsters, making everyone dance until they fall into a peaceful slumber. While everyone sleeps, the Baby Birds and Cardinals bring Ivan and the Firebird the egg that holds Katschei’s soul. Ivan cracks the egg, releasing Katschei’s spirit.

The evil Katschei has been defeated leaving Prince Ivan and Princess Katerina overjoyed to be together.  The remaining Monsters and Minions embrace goodness instead of malevolence and they celebrate their love in a magnificent wedding ceremony.  Everyone comes together to revel in their newfound freedom and joy. The Firebird watches over the Kingdom while Prince Ivan and Princess Katerina share their love with all, ensuring they live happily ever after!