Giselle performed by American Ballet Theatre (1968)
Giselle has always been one of my personal favorites. The dancing in the opening scene captures the innocence and playfulness of the two young lovers Giselle (danced by Carla Fracci) and Albrecht (danced by Eric Bruhn). Halarion (who is also in love with Giselle) is danced by Bruce Marks (former Artistic Director of the Boston Ballet) The Mad scene (where Giselle finds out that Albrecht has cheated on her) is so realistic. The viewer sees Giselle’s tears and her decent into madness which transforms her from the playful innocent Giselle to one overcome by betrayal and grief. Act II is when Giselle joins the Wilis (females who have died because of love unrequited). This production is not to be missed!
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