Meet the Giselle Characters

Giselle features some of the most beloved characters in ballet. Today on the PNB Blog, we’re breaking down who’s who. Familiarize yourself with each one, so when the show starts, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy this timeless story!
The Costumes and Characters of Momotaro (The Peach Boy)

Meet the characters of PNB’s new family ballet Momotaro with costume sketches by Meleta Buckstaff. Discover the Dog, Monkey, Pheasant, fairies, and more.
Cinderella Character Guide

Meet the characters of Kent Stowell’s Cinderella before you see them on stage, from the Fairy Godmother and Season Fairies to the Stepsisters.
Roméo et Juliette Character Guide
In Jean-Christophe Maillot’s Roméo et Juliette, we see the story from Friar Laurence’s perspective. This adaptation focuses on the characters in the story and their powerful emotions. Keep scrolling to familiarize yourself with the key characters in this ballet!
Coppélia Story and Character Guide

Our story begins in a sunny square in the heart of Galicia. Colorful homes are decorated with whimsical painted tiles and wisteria. Swanilda lives on the edge of the town square and loves to meet her many friends there. Just around the corner is the home of Dr. Coppelius, who makes enchanting and very life-like […]