Shanghai Ballet: Giselle

Shanghai Ballet presents *Giselle*, a Romantic ballet about a young peasant girl whose love, heartbreak, and transformation lead her into the ethereal world of the Wilis. The internationally acclaimed company brings together virtuosic technique, expressive storytelling, buoyant village dances, and the otherworldly white ballet of Act II.

The production features choreography by Marius Petipa and an adaptation by Xin Lili. The performance is appropriate for all ages and will be audio described.

When: Sunday, November 8, 2026

Showtime: 4 p.m.

Venue: Center for the Arts, Concert Hall, George Mason University’s Fairfax Campus

Choreography: Marius Petipa

Adaptation: Xin Lili

Run time: Approximately one hour and 100 minutes, plus intermission

Tickets: $70, $60, or $45; prices include fees. Half-price tickets are available for youth through Grade 12.

Accessibility: The performance will be audio described.

Pre-performance discussion: A discussion moderated by George Mason School of Dance Professor Matthew Powell begins one hour before the performance.

Student tickets: A limited number of free tickets for Mason students will be available two Tuesdays before the event.

Sponsor: Woodleigh Chase

Performance program: The program will be available during the week of the performance, with a digital version available online.