The English National Ballet is one of the world’s leading ballet companies, and with an exceptional orchestra, theatregoers are in for a wonderful day or night of enchanting and emotionally powerful entertainment.
Giselle is a haunting story of innocence and betrayal – a timeless tale of the redemptive power of love. Following rave reviews and packed houses in its London season, Mary Skeaping’s celebrated production has been stealing hearts for over fifty years and delivers all the magic, romance, and ethereal beauty you could wish for in a trip to the ballet.
MARY SKEAPING’S GISELLE – WHAT THEY’RE SAYING:
“Mary Skeaping’s bewitching, painstakingly authentic production makes the 21st century fall blissfully away” – The Telegraph
“The result is dramatic and heartbreaking, especially in the second act” – The Times
“English National Ballet keep Romantic magic alive” – The Guardian
WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT?
A young peasant girl, Giselle, is in love with Albrecht, a Duke who hides his title and his engagement to another. When Giselle discovers he has deceived her, she is driven to madness and dies of a broken heart. Late at night, the Wilis gather by her grave, ready to welcome her into their fold as the vengeful spirits of betrayed brides, who force men to dance to their death. Will Giselle’s love protect Albrecht from his fate?
From the sunny optimism of Giselle’s idyllic village life to a moonlit world of mystery and menace, Mary Skeaping’s enthralling production features some of classical ballet’s most dramatic scenes and otherworldly images.
Tickets can be purchased directly from the box office or via ATG.
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