Giselle is one of the most beloved and enduring works in the classical ballet repertoire. First performed on June 28, 1841, at the Academie Royale de Musique in Paris, the two-act ballet features music by Adolphe Adam, a libretto by Theophile Gautier and Jules-Henri Vernoy de Saint-Georges, and original choreography by Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot. The story follows a young peasant girl who dies of a broken heart after discovering her lover's deception, only to rise as a spirit and ultimately save him from the vengeful Wilis, ghosts of betrayed brides. Often called the "Hamlet of Ballet" for its extraordinary dramatic and technical demands, Giselle is a cornerstone of the Romantic era and remains a defining test of artistry for any ballerina.
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