Les Sylphides (ChopEniana) is an “abstract” classical ballet, without narrative structure or defined characters. Although it atmospherically suggests “Giselle,” and “La Sylphide,” the sentiments aroused spring from the sublime music of Chopin–the evanescence of dreams, desire, and melancholy.
- Music by:
Frederic Chopin - Costumes by:
Mike Gonzales, after Benois - Lighting by:
Kip Marsh - Scenario by:
John Claassen - Decor by:
John Claassen - Staged by:
Alexandre Minz for the Trockadero