The Prince of the Pagodas

"The Prince of the Pagodas" is a ballet composed by Benjamin Britten, inspired by a book by J. R. R. Tolkien. It tells a fantastical story set in ancient Asia about a prince who longed for eternal life. To achieve this, he seeks a magical prince of the pagodas, but instead faces challenges involving love, betrayal, and redemption. The ballet features rich music and vivid imagery, blending traditional Asian themes with 20th-century storytelling, creating a mesmerizing experience that explores themes of happiness, mortality, and the pursuit of spiritual fulfillment.