Rating: - A Major Disappointment
I saw this production of Giselle live at the Opera Garnier, and was by far not the only one who found it sub-par. Even members of POB management, talking amongst themselves, commented on how dull it was. ... Read More
Rating: - Elegant set design and costumes - unexciting dancing
As usual for the Paris Opera Ballet, their production values are first rate--from the set designs and costumes to the lighting--but the principal dancers in this production are definitely second-rate. And ... Read More
Rating: - It'll be a long time before a better Giselle comes along ...
This is a marvellous version of the ballet, very traditional, rich in mime (done properly, so far as I can tell, but I'm no expert).
The leads are both excellent, Laëtitia Pujol on top form, ... Read More
Rating: - The production many have been waiting for-
Well, here it is. This company knows its good, they wear their confidence so well in every step and gesture. Paris Opera has given us basically a seat in front stage/center, not too close, in a comfortable ... Read More