Cinderella

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In his version of Cinderella, Jean-Christophe Maillot creates a fanciful and psychologically nuanced reading of the classic fairy tale. Unlike traditional productions, not only the title character is central here but also the memory of the deceased mother, who intervenes in the action as a fairy. Maillot dispenses with the usual props like the glass slipper and instead focuses on the ballerina’s bare foot as a symbol of vulnerability and identity. Ernest Pignon-Ernest’s set designs an abstract, almost book-like space that brings the characters to the fore. Jérôme Kaplan’s costumes emphasize the whimsical and sometimes grotesque traits of the stepfamily, while Cinderella and the Prince are characterized by simple elegance. The choreography blends classical vocabulary with modern, flowing movement, telling the story as a journey of self-discovery and emotional liberation.