description Notre-Dame de Paris (Roland Petit) Overview
Roland Petit’s *Notre-Dame de Paris* is a full-length ballet adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel. The production vividly portrays the history of Notre Dame Cathedral and the passionate, ultimately doomed relationship between the hunchback Quasimodo and the street dancer Esmeralda. It's notable for its dramatic scope and powerful choreography. This ballet is primarily intended for professional dancers and audiences interested in classical ballet and adaptations of literary works.
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Who wrote the score for Roland Petit's Notre-Dame de Paris?
Maurice Jarre composed the ballet's score. Roland Petit created the choreography and libretto for its 1965 Paris Opera premiere.
Who designed the colorful costumes for Notre-Dame de Paris?
Yves Saint Laurent designed the costumes, including Phoebus's striking geometric outfit. René Allio created the scenery for the original Palais Garnier production.
Which characters from Victor Hugo's novel appear in the ballet?
The central roles are Quasimodo, Esmeralda, Claude Frollo, and Phoebus. The plot condenses Hugo's novel around desire, betrayal, persecution, and Quasimodo's attempt to protect Esmeralda.
Did Roland Petit dance in the original Notre-Dame de Paris cast?
Yes, Petit created the role of Quasimodo at the 1965 premiere. Claire Motte danced Esmeralda, Cyril Atanassoff played Frollo, and Jean-Pierre Bonnefous played Phoebus.
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