Central Oregon School of Ballet: Giselle

The story follows Giselle, a gentle village girl who falls deeply in love with a young man she believes to be a simple peasant. When his deception is revealed, the heartbreak proves too much for her fragile heart. But death is not the end of Giselle’s story.

In a moonlit forest haunted by the Wilis—the spirits of maidens betrayed before their weddings—Giselle must confront the man who broke her heart. When he faces a terrible fate, she makes a choice that transforms tragedy into redemption.

Filled with breathtaking dancing, sweeping romance, and one of the most powerful second acts in all of ballet, Giselle is an unforgettable theatrical experience.

First performed in 1841, Giselle remains the most beloved ballet of the Romantic era. With sweeping music by Adolphe Adam and hauntingly beautiful choreography after Jules Perrot and Jean Coralli, this masterpiece has captivated audiences for generations.