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Daphnis et Chloé
In his third collaboration with the Paris Opera Ballet in 2014, Benjamin Millepied created a daring new choreography of Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé that was a triumph with audiences and critics alike. The brilliant premiere production at Paris’s Opéra Bastille starred the captivating pair of Étoile dancers Hervé Moreau (Daphnis) and Aurélie Dupont (Chloé) joined by Eleonora Abbagnato (Lycénion), and featured a stage design by Daniel Buren!
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Plot Summary
This production of Daphnis et Chloé is a ballet performance based on the ancient Greek romance novel. It tells the story of two young lovers, Daphnis and Chloé, who grow up on the island of Lesbos. Their idyllic love is threatened by external forces, including a Dorcon and pirates, but their pure and innocent affection ultimately prevails.
Critical Reception
As a filmed version of a stage production, critical reception often focuses on the direction, choreography, and the performance of the dancers. This particular rendition was generally praised for its fidelity to the source material and the expressiveness of its lead performers.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for the beauty and emotional depth of the performances.
Noted for its classic interpretation of the romantic narrative.
Appreciated for capturing the essence of pastoral love.
Google audience: Audience feedback for this filmed ballet performance is generally positive, highlighting the grace and technical skill of the dancers. Many viewers found the story to be charming and the production visually appealing.
Fun Fact
This ballet is based on a story that is considered one of the earliest surviving novels in the history of Western literature.
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