Siddharta
A journey of the spirit, body, and mind — the ballet of enlightenment.
Overall average
5.0/10
Plot
“Siddharta” is a landmark contemporary ballet by Angelin Preljocaj, created for the Paris Opera Ballet and inspired by the spiritual journey of Siddhartha Gautama, the future Buddha. Set to an original score by Bruno Mantovani, this production fuses philosophical narrative with avant-garde choreography and striking visual design by Claude Lévêque. The piece explores themes of desire, suffering, and transcendence, following Siddharta’s path from royal privilege through temptation and enlightenment. The work stands out for its blend of spiritual intensity, physical virtuosity, and the grandeur of Paris Opera’s leading dancers.
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Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Siddharta |
| Original language | No Language (XX) |
| Spoken languages | No Language |
| Status | Released |
| Official site | operadeparis.fr |
| Assistant directors | Angelin Preljocaj, Claude Lévêque |
| Music | Bruno Mantovani, Susanna Mälkki, Orchestre de l’Opéra National de Paris |
| Sound | Bruno Mantovani, Susanna Mälkki, Orchestre de l’Opéra National de Paris |
| Costume design | Olivier Bériot |
| Makeup | Olivier Bériot |
| Hairstyling | Olivier Bériot |
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