A rustic romance of betrayal, revenge and forgiveness. Widely considered one of the greatest ballets of all time, and one of the greatest romantic works in the classical repertoire, Giselle has been captivating audiences since it premiered in Paris in 1841. Set in the forests of the Rhineland, it is the story of true love, real heartbreak, and the awesome power of forgiveness. A ballet in two acts, Giselle masterfully conveys the heartbreaking story of unrequited love, devasting loss, and triumphant forgiveness. A heart-wrenching saga of love and mercy, Giselle tells the story of a young peasant maiden in love with a handsome villager named Albrecht. What Giselle does not know is that her new paramour is a young nobleman in disguise and is already betrothed to another. When the truth is revealed, she dies of a broken heart, but ultimately returns from the grave to forgive her lover and save him from a vengeful death by the forest-dwelling Wilis. (The Wilis also provide one of the most gorgeous scenes with the full corps de ballet in all of dance!) In this universally acclaimed production, ABT’s unrivaled roster of international ballet stars brings Giselle’s mystery and ethereal beauty to vivid life. Experience this timeless tale in an exquisite performance by one of the world’s best companies! Giselle principal casting: Thursday, July 24 Friday, July 25 Saturday, July 26 matinee Saturday, July 26 evening Sunday, July 27 matinee
Giselle: Hee Seo
Albrecht: Cory Stearns
Myrta: Fangqi Li
Giselle: Christine Shevchenko
Albrecht: Calvin Royal III
Myrta: Virginia Lensi
Giselle: Chloe Misseldine
Albrecht: Aran Bell
Myrta: Ingrid Thoms
Giselle: Devon Teuscher
Albrecht: Joo Won Ahn
Myrta: Fangqi Li
Giselle: Skylar Brandt
Albrecht: Herman Cornejo
Myrta: Remy Young
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