Giselle

Step into the spellbinding world of the ultimate romantic ballet as the Teatro alla Scala Ballet Company brings Giselle back to its historic Milan stage. Filmed live on October 1, 2026, straight from Teatro alla Scala, this iconic revival in Yvette Chauviré’s legendary production honors a rich heritage while breathing fresh life into a timeless story. Conducted by Mikhail Agrest, the ballet follows a delicate tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. When the young peasant girl Giselle learns of Prince Albrecht's deceit, her heartbreak sends her into the ghostly realm of the Wilis, ruthless spirits who trap men in a dance of death. Star dancers Nicoletta Manni and Timofej Andrijashenko lead the cast with breathtaking grace and dramatic power. From sunlit village dances to a dark, ethereal spirit world, this production offers a feast for the senses. It is a warm, deeply moving celebration of forgiveness and the eternal power of dance.