The Royal Ballet Brings Quintessential Romantic Ballet, Giselle, To U.S. Theatres April 12-13 from Fathom Entertainment
Published by on Mar 23, 2026 8:00 AM
The Royal Ballet Brings Quintessential Romantic Ballet, Giselle, To U.S. Theatres April 12-13 from Fathom Entertainment
Cast Led by Principal Dancers Akane Takada and Matthew Ball
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WHAT: Fathom Entertainment and The Royal Ballet conclude their 2025–2026 U.S. theatrical slate with Peter Wright’s landmark production of Giselle on April 12-13, 2026.
Originally recorded live, this truly renowned ballet of the Romantic era and a significant work in The Royal Ballet’s repertory blends storytelling and technically demanding choreography in a haunting tale of young love and betrayal.
Considered a masterwork of the classical ballet canon, Giselle is one of the most coveted roles by dancers all over the world and is renowned for being technically and dramatically challenging. Leading the outstanding cast in this cinema broadcast are Royal Ballet Principal dancers Akane Takada as Giselle and Matthew Ball as Albrecht.
Set in a medieval Rhineland village, Giselle tells the story of a young peasant girl who is driven to her death when deceived by her aristocratic lover, Count Albrecht. Filled with remorse, Albrecht visits her moonlit grave where he is condemned to death by the vengeful Wilis, ghosts of young women who died before their wedding day. However, Giselle’s love transcends death and she saves her lover from his fate.
In two acts rich in drama and poignant depth of feeling, Peter Wright’s production perfectly captures the dual aspects of the story: the first act dramatized in rich, naturalistic detail, and the second characterized by a spectral, moonlit beauty. This classic production is a must-see for ballet fans everywhere.
Runtime: 138 minutes, 1 intermission
WHEN: In theatres nationwide Sunday, April 12, and Monday, April 13. Check your local theatre for specific showtimes.
WHERE: Tickets for Giselle are available at Fathom Entertainment and participating theatre box offices (theatre locations are subject to change).
MEDIA PASSES: Media passes are available on a limited basis to qualifying members of the press at participating theatre locations.
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Eric Becker
Fathom Entertainment
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