Theyoung top dancers of OpéraNational de Paris
present the exciting new production In Japan
A tragic love story along with ROMEO AND JULIET and a famous opera by Wagner.
The forbidden love story of Tristan and Isolde which takes place during the Dark Ages of Britain.The middle ages. Tristan, a knight reared by Mark, Lord of Cornwall, is severely wounded in battle and drifts to the enemy land of Ireland. Isolde, the daughter of the Irish king, devotedly nurses him. The two soon fall in love, but Isolde and Mark are to be joined in a political marriage.
Tristan and Isolde
This shockingly moving ballet premiered at the Opera di Firenze on December 28, 2014. After receiving praise throughout Europe, with the performances of the popular etoiles of Opéra National de Paris Mathieu Ganio and Dorothée Gilbert, it finally opens in Japan.
ThestarstuddedcreativeteamincludesGiorgio Mancini,one of the most popular choreographers in Europe. PhotographerJames Bort,known for his fashion photographs and promotion images for Karl Lagerfeld, created the video images.
This extremely subtle and stylish ballet is sure to become the talk of town!
【Creative】
Choreography: Giorgio Mancini
Music: Richard Wagner
【CAST】
Mathieu Ganio(ÉtoileOpéra National de Paris)
Dorothée Gilbert (ÉtoileOpéra National de Paris)
Germain Louvet(ÉtoileOpéra National de Paris)
Hugo Marchand (ÉtoileOpéra National de Paris)
Hannah O’neill(Premier Danseur OpéraNational de Paris)
【Running Time】
1 hour and 45 minute, including one 20 minute intermission.