Queensland Ballet

Giselle

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Playhouse, QPAC


14 - 29 Apr 2023
$120 - $150

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2 hours

(including interval, subject to change without notice)

Experience love, envy, betrayal, and tragic redemption in the quintessential romantic ballet, Giselle.

First performed in Paris, France in 1841, this Romantic-era masterpiece is set in an ethereal realm where vengeful spirits dance in the darkness, and love triangles can be deadly.

Young Giselle is a peasant girl in love with Duke Albrecht, who courts her in disguise as a peasant boy. Gamekeeper Hilarion is in love with Giselle and filled with jealousy. When he finds out the Duke is engaged to another, he reveals the deception to Giselle. Devastated, she dies of a broken heart.

Deep in the moonlit forest, Giselle emerges in the twilight world of the Wilis who rise from dusk ‘til dawn seeking vengeance among men. Giselle is faced with an impossible decision: will she follow the dark path of revenge or save her true love from certain death?

Performed over two acts, Giselle features a mystical and otherworldly ‘White Act’ – a classic component of the Romantic ballet era.

With exquisite choreography, luminous costumes, and an enchanting score, Giselle has held audiences spellbound since its Parisian premiere more than 150 years ago.


Creatives

Ai-Gul Gaisina

Produced and Staged

Marius Petipa, after Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot

Choreographers

Adolphe Adam

Music

Nigel Gaynor

Music Arranged

Peter Cazalet

Costumes and Sets based on the original design

Ben Hughes

Lighting Designer

Nigel Gaynor

Conductor

Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra

Music performed by

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Special Events

Post Performance Q&A

Sat 15 Apr 2023, 1:30 PM

30 Minute Q&A after the performance featuring cast and creatives.

Important Information

Matinee performances on 20, 23 and 27 April are performed to recorded music.

Accessibility at QPAC

For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through our Call Centre by calling 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility at QPAC here .

Presented by Queensland Ballet