Giselle
»The lovers’ dance radiates romance« Svenska Dagbladet
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DATES:April 3 - 24
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STAGE:Main stage
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RUNNING TIME:approx. 2 hrs 15 mins
Natalia Makarova’s acclaimed production, created specifically for the Royal Swedish Ballet: the ballet classic Giselle is a gem on the romantic dance repertoire, a timeless masterpiece in tulle and pointe shoes.
The ballet classic Giselle has been a gem on the romantic dance repertoire since it premiered in Paris in 1841. With its beautiful music and strong narrative with both realism and supernatural elements it is a timeless masterpiece in tulle and pointe. Natalia Makarova’s acclaimed production, created specifically for the Royal Swedish Ballet, now returns.
The peasant girl Giselle falls in love with Albrecht, but he is a count and already engaged to the noble Bathilde. Giselle dies of a broken heart and becomes a wili, a mythological female apparition. The vengeful wilis dance at night together with their queen when a repentant Albrecht comes to mourn Giselle. But the price he will pay for a last dance with his beloved is high.
Introductions
Ahead of all performances on the main stage a free introduction to the piece for tickets holders takes place in the Golden Foyer 45 minutes before the performance starts!
Föreställningsbilder
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Giselle with the Royal Swedish Ballet 2013 -
Giselle with the Royal Swedish Ballet 2013 -
Giselle with the Royal Swedish Ballet 2013 -
Giselle with the Royal Swedish Ballet 2013
Giselle - trailer 2019
Giselle is a romantic ballet masterpiece signed by the legend and prima ballerina Natalia Makarova.
Giselle - trailer 2019
Giselle, highlights from - playlist
Adolphe Adams' music for the romantic ballet classic Giselle.
Giselle, highlights from - playlist
Ballet in the Park with the Royal Swedish Ballet
The Royal Swedish Ballet meets the audience in Vitabergsparken and shows how a rehearsal is done and offers the second act of the romantic ballet Giselle.
Ballet in the Park with the Royal Swedish Ballet
En pointe - podcast
To make a tutu - behind the scenes
The Royal Swedish Opera's costume departement demonstrates how they make a classic skirt for the Royal Swedish Ballet,;a tutu. Approximately 70 meters of tulle is used and it takes around 18 hours.
To make a tutu - behind the scenes
Pointe shoes - behind the scenes
The Royal Swedish Ballet's soloist Minji Nam on the relationship to her pointe shoes, the dancer's most important tool.
Pointe shoes - behind the scenes-
Cast
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Choreography & music
Choreography Natalia Makarova after Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot
LibrettoThéophile Gautier, after De l'Allemagne by Heinrich Heine and Fantômes by Victor Hugo
Music Adolphe Adam
Conductors Philippe Béran, Sofia Winiarski
Scenography Tony Straiges
Costumes David Walker
Light Martin Säfström
Cast subject to change.
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Your visit to the Opera
Frequesntly asked questions
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At what time do I have to be at the Opera before the performance?
We recommend that you arrive at least half an hour before the performance begins. If you can arrive earlier, it's even better: 45 minutes before the start of the performance, there is a free audience introduction in the Golden Foyer - an excellent way to approach the performance!
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It's my first time at the Opera - what do I do?
We have put together some useful tips for your visit. Otherwise, our best advice is to arrive on time - discover the Opera House, leave your coat in the cloakroom, eat or drink something. AND, ask our ushers - they'll be happy to help! Also remember not to bring large bags with you: only small bags (no larger than a standard A4 sheet of paper) will be allowed into the auditorium.
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Can my ticket be rebooked or cancelled if I or someone in my party is ill?
You can rebook tickets yourself on the website up to 24 hours before the start of the performance within the the current season. Tickets cannot be cancelled (read more in our general terms and conditions).
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Can you eat and drink at the Opera?
Of course you can! Our partner Restaurang Grodan is on the ground floor facing Strömgatan - take the opportunity to book a table ahead of your visit! Each floor also has a service with drinks and snacks, at the stalls' café there is a slightly larger selection. We advice you to pre-book the intermission service so it is ready and waiting for you during the interval!
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