Giselle: A Story of Love, Deception and Forgiveness

May 2, 2012 By 5 Comments
Houston Ballet performing Act I of Giselle

From a joyous town celebration turned bad to midnight apparitions who dance men to death, all in a single evening. What else could you ask for? The story of this ballet is the ultimate test of true love; one of my personal favorites; Giselle: A story of love, deception and forgiveness. Houston Ballet will be performing Giselle at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands on May 4 at 7:30 pm. So if you're in the Houston area don't miss this ballet with one of the top ballet … [Read more...]

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The Russian State Ballet of Siberia: Giselle

January 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
the russian state ballet of siberia uk tour 2011 2012

David Bellan of the Oxford Times attended this past Monday the opening night of Giselle by the Russian State Ballet of Siberia. Here's a preview of his impressions. The Russian State Ballet of Siberia: Giselle Giselle is the ballet that reveals how much dramatic power it can put on the stage. The Siberians came up with a moving, and also technically excellent performance. The role of Giselle is considered the greatest dramatic test for a ballerina, who has to develop from enchanted … [Read more...]

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