A file photo of Swan Lake performed by Russian National Ballet [Photo/ ynci.cn]

The Russian International Ballet Performing Group will perform in Kunming on May 12 and 13, ynci.cn reported.

Classical plays such as The Nutcracker and Swan Lake will be staged.

Most of the performers will be young ballet dancers who have won awards at recent international competitions. Their understanding of the music and the dancing has impressed panels of judges worldwide.