J054 DVD Ballet Giselle The Australian Ballet 1986 ★ This is an old work, so the picture quality from 1986 is not good, as expected for that era. We hope that those who appreciate the charm of that era, like Showa retro, will purchase this. ★ No booklet included. ★ Japanese subtitles: Easily turned ON/OFF. ● Main Performers: Giselle: Christine Walsh Albrecht: Kelvin Coe Hilarion: Paul de Masson Peasant Pas de Deux: Elizabeth Toohey, David McAllister and The Australian Ballet ● Choreography: Marius Petipa ● Original Choreography: Jean Coralli, Jules Perrot ● Production: Maina Gielgud ● Music: Adolphe Adam ● Orchestra: Victorian Orchestra, conducted by Noel Smith ● Recorded: 1986 ● Contents: The setting is a village in the mountains of Germany during the grape harvest season. Giselle, a young woman who loves to dance despite her weak constitution, lives in this village with her mother, Berthe. Giselle is infatuated with a young man named Loys, who has recently come to the village from outside, and they are in love. However, Berthe is worried about Giselle's health and does not approve of her relationship with Loys. Hilarion, the gamekeeper who has feelings for Giselle, suspects Loys, whose background is unclear, and sneaks into his hut to find some clues. A horn sounds, announcing the arrival of a noble party on a hunt. Berthe and Giselle attend to the Duke and his daughter, Princess Bathilde. Bathilde takes an interest in the lovely Giselle. Meanwhile, Hilarion discovers something that reveals Loys's identity in his hut, exposing his secret in front of the villagers with irrefutable evidence. In fact, he is Count Albrecht, who has been concealing his true identity. Furthermore, it is revealed that Bathilde is his fiancée, and Giselle is deeply shocked and distraught... Giselle, a masterpiece of romantic ballet born in the 19th century, still enjoys immense popularity. The first act depicts the tragedy that befalls Giselle, a village girl, and the second act portrays the ethereal world where spirits dance, contrasting two completely different worlds, and a drama of life and death unfolds. The renowned Australian Ballet captivates with its meticulous production and dramatic dance.