Eugene Onegin

Performance Details

  • When June 4—14, 2026
  • Choreography Yuri Possokhov
  • Where Lyric Opera House
  • Music Ilya Demutsky

Following the incredibly favored Anna Karenina, choreographer Yuri Possokhov and composer Ilya Demutsky have teamed up again for the Chicago premiere of Eugene Onegin, a full length-production inspired by Alexander Pushkin's poetic novel. 

A tragic duel, a devastating loss, and a chance reunion force Eugene Onegin to confront the weight of his choices. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russian society, this cautionary tale follows the enigmatic and aloof aristocrat after his fateful encounter with the earnest Tatiana. Richly layered and deeply human, Eugene Onegin explores the fragility of the human heart and how unspoken words can shape destinies. 

Eugene Onegin is a co-production between The Joffrey Ballet and San Francisco Ballet.

Meet the Creative Team

Yuri Possokhov | Choreographer

Yuri Possokhov is a world-renowned choreographer and former dancer at Bolshoi Ballet, Royal Danish Ballet, and San Fransico Ballet. In addition to Anna Karenina, he created Don Quixote, The Miraculous Mandarin, and Andante — all performed by the Joffrey.

Ilya Demutsky | Composer

Ilya Demutsky is a multi-award-winning composer, performer, and conductor. His works include compositions for orchestra, chorus, chamber ensemble, piano, voice, and electronic and film music.

Valeriy Pecheykin | Librettist

Valeriy Pecheykin is a playwright who works with leading theaters in Russia. Currently, work is underway on the libretto of the ballet The Queen of Spades, for the Bolshoi Theater of Russia. He participates in the international seminar for playwrights at the Royal Court Theater in London.

Tom Pye | Scenic Designer

Tom Pye is an Emmy Award-winning and Tony Award®-nominated set and costume designer. He has worked with a diverse range of directors around the world in theatre, TV, film, opera, and dance.

Tim Yip | Costume Designer

Tim Yip is a Hong Kong-born artist, designer and filmmaker who has worked on various projects in theatre, opera, dance, film, exhibition and fashion.

Jim French | Lighting Designer

Jim French designs lighting for the performing arts and live events, with work seen in twenty- five countries around the globe.

Finn Ross | Projection Designer

Finn Ross's work as a Projection Designer makes video a seamless part of the production, integrating it holistically with set, lights, sound, and performers, helping to create one compelling image for the audience. His work has been seen on Broadway, the West End, The Met, The Royal Opera House, and on tour.

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Presenting Sponsors

  • Lorna Ferguson and Terry Clark
  • Anne L. Kaplan
  • Lynda Sue Lane, M.D.

Major Sponsors

  • Mary Jo and Doug Basler

Production Sponsor

  • Holly Palmer Foundation

Commissioned Score Sponsor

  • The Marina and Arnold Tatar Fund for Live Music