Philippo Taglioni’s 1832 romantic ballet in two acts soon tweaked by Danish August Bournonville is being performed in the province for the first time.
“Whatever the results from this intricate and freshly presented sylvan masterpiece, the evening’s performance surely heralds many future triumphs to come for Ventriglia and his new company.”
One of the world’s oldest surviving ballets, artist director Francesco Ventriglia’s reimagined take shifts it from the Romantic Era into a story of a Scottish farmer, kilt and all, who falls in love with a magical forest Sylph while duty bound to marry a mere mortal woman.
“This ballet represents the quintessential romantic tutu ballet,” explains Ventriglia, “and not only encapsulates the ethereal beauty of the Sylph but also explores the depths of human emotion and desire.
“Our dedicated cast and creative team have poured their hearts into this production, and we are excited to invite audiences to experience the enchanting world of La Sylphide — a journey that transcends the ordinary and touches the soul.”
With gorgeous handmade costumes by Florence Opera House, and new sets designed by the ballet’s executive producer Malgorzata Szablowska in collaboration with visual designer Italo Grassi, La Sylphide is now part of Alberta Ballet’s repertoire, able to be remounted in the future.
The show runs 1 hour 30 minutes with a 20-minute intermission, so you can wine up in the lobby!
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