Giselle - Ballet Opéra National de Kiev

Ballet in 2 acts by Adolphe ADAM - Running time: 2H20 with an interval. ‘Giselle’ represents the apotheosis of the romantic ballet, regarded as one of the finest jewels of the repertoire. Created in 1841, its success was immediate. ‘Giselle’ addresses all the themes of Romanticism: local colour and an amorous pastoral that ends in tragedy, the intrusion of a fantastical world, and redemption through the power of love.

The title role of ‘Giselle’ is one of the most demanding in the repertoire, requiring of the performer, in addition to flawless technical mastery, qualities of dramatic expression moving from joy of living to despair, then to madness and passion. The choreography, quite surprising for its time, strikes the audience with the solidity of its structure, both in the large scenes of the corps de ballet and in the solos.

This masterpiece of classical ballet is a delight for all admirers of dance, thanks to the performance of the artists of the Grand Ballet de Kiev. It is a show for the whole family, for young and old alike, a symphony of dance, touching and marvellous.