GISELLE – Trailer

Giselle is considered the romantic ballet par excellence. It has come down to us in Marius Petipa's St. Petersburg version. A winegrowing village as a romantic setting. Also romantic is the tragic story of the heart-sick Giselle, who falls in love with Duke Albrecht, who sneaks into her heart disguised as a peasant boy. The jealous Hilarion uncovers the deception, Giselle falls into madness and dies.

She is not granted eternal sleep: At midnight she rises from the grave in the company of the Wilis - the spirits of brides who died before their wedding. Gamekeeper Hilarion, who mourns at Giselle's grave at night, falls under her spell and is driven to his death. Duke Albrecht is also destined to die by the cruel spirits, but Giselle's love, which reaches beyond death, saves his life. She dances with him until morning dawns and the Wilis lose their power.

In addition to the romantic story and the utterly charming music, Giselle offers one of the most demanding ballerina roles ever. The protagonist can explore all facets of her technique and acting possibilities: From the naïve peasant girl in love to the ghostly being overcoming death.