The Kirov Ballet offers its unmatched interpretation of the finest of Parisian Romantic ballets, where undying love triumphs over betrayal and death. This production offers a choreographic text and dramatic understanding dating from the ballet's first Russian performance in 1842. It also offers the rare chance to see Soviet dancers performing live in the USSR.
Галина Мезенцева
as Giselle
Konstantin Zaklinsky
as Albrecht
Gennadi Selyutsky
as Hilarion
Tatyana Terekhova
as Myrtha