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First produced in 1841 at the Paris Opera, Giselle is perhaps the best known and most poignant ballet of the Romantic era. Set in a medieval Rhineland village, it tells of Giselle, a naive peasant girl, who is driven to suicide when deceived by her aristocratic lover, Albrecht. Filled with remorse, Albrecht visits her moonlit grave where he is condemned to death by ghostly spirits - the Wilis. However Giselle's love for Albrecht transcends death and she protects him until sunrise destroys the Wilis power and he is saved.

Creatives/Company

Music: Adolphe Adam
Company: Surrey Youth Ballet
Adapted by: Sonya Nichols

Giselle

Giselle (Dance or ballet) production archive for QTIX code T1426647226. Details of all Giselle archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S702

Archive Listings

8 Apr 05
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9 Apr 05

Epsom Playhouse
Epsom, Surrey
Performance Details => Venue archive

Reviews

UK Theatre Web: 10Apr05:
Absolutely brilliant, could put some professional companies to shame. Beautifully choreographed and costumed and a delight from beginning to end.

User Reviews

USER (10Apr05): Absolutely brilliant, could put some professional companies to shame. Beautifully choreographed and costumed and a delight from beginning to end.

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