Sylvia, originally Sylvia, ou La nymphe de Diane, is a full-length ballet in two or three acts, first choreographed by Louis Mérante to music by Léo Delibes in 1876. Sylvia is a typical classical ballet in many respects, yet it has many interesting features that make it unique. Sylvia is notable for its mythological Arcadian setting, creative choreographies, expansive sets and, above all, its remarkable score.
Librettist | Jules Barbier and Baron de Reinach (based on Tasso's 1573 play Aminta) |
Date of composition | 1876 |
Premiered | 1876, June 14th (Palais Garnier) in Paris, France |
Type | Ballet |
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Dancer
- Sylvia
Dancer - Aminta Dancer - Eros Dancer - Diana Dancer - Orion Dancer - ; Hunt attendants 2x Dancer - ; Goats Dancer - ; Naiads Dancer - ; Dryads Dancer - ; Fauns Dancer - ; Peasants Orchestra |
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