National Geographic’s Sergey Gordeev takes us backstage at the Mariinsky Theatre, the heart of ballet in St. Petersburg, Russia, as the world famous Mariinsky Ballet prepares for its latest performance.

This summer, as the soccer world turns its attention to Russia for the FIFA Confederations Cup tournament, National Geographic is partnering with Fox Sports to go beyond the matches and showcase some of the country’s most unique people, places, history, and culture. Follow along as our reporter and Moscow native Sergey Gordeev takes you on a daily journey through his home country.

Videos originally broadcast during Fox Sports coverage of the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia.

National Geographic’s Sergey Gordeev takes us backstage at the Mariinsky Theatre, the heart of ballet in St. Petersburg, Russia, as the world famous Mariinsky Ballet prepares for its latest performance.

This summer, as the soccer world turns its attention to Russia for the FIFA Confederations Cup tournament, National Geographic is partnering with Fox Sports to go beyond the matches and showcase some of the country’s most unique people, places, history, and culture. Follow along as our reporter and Moscow native Sergey Gordeev takes you on a daily journey through his home country.

Videos originally broadcast during Fox Sports coverage of the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia.