Giselle May 1, 2010

With a natural expressiveness combining extrovert Spanish and African heritage, Cubans are born to dance.

One of the most prestigious dance companies in the world, Ballet Nacional de Cuba, is renowned for its unparalleled technique, taking classical Western ballets and invigorating them with the vivid passion at the heart of Cuba.

“Technical fireworks with brilliant charm and awesome ease“ Daily Telegraph

Read the Guardian’s Sanjoy Roy’s Step-by-step guide to dance: Ballet Nacional de Cuba.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/stage/2010/mar/16/dance-ballet-nacional-de-cuba

On this rare visit, the Company performs two programmes. Blending Corall and Perrot’s original interpretations, Giselle is Artistic Director Alicia Alonso’s most popular full-length ballet.

The second programme is Magia de la Danza, a mixed bill featuring full orchestra plus special guest appearances from Carlos Acosta on the Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.

Official Website: http://www.idfb.co.uk/whats-on/giselle