The internationally acclaimed Shanghai Ballet brings one of the most treasured works in classical ballet to the stage: Giselle. A cornerstone of the Romantic ballet tradition, Giselle tells the hauntingly beautiful story of a peasant girl who falls in love with a nobleman disguised as a villager. When betrayal shatters her heart, Giselle’s spirit enters a mystical world where love, forgiveness, and sacrifice transcend life itself.
Renowned for its technical excellence and refined artistry, Shanghai Ballet delivers a visually stunning production filled with lyrical choreography. From the joyful dances of the village festival to the otherworldly beauty of the moonlit second act, Giselle remains one of ballet’s most powerful and poetic works.
Whether you’re a lifelong ballet lover or experiencing this classic for the first time, this unforgettable evening of dance showcases the grace, drama, and emotional depth that have made Giselle a masterpiece for generations.
Xin Lili
Director of Shanghai Ballet
National First-Class Dancer
Xin Lili is an award-winning former principal dancer and longtime leader of Shanghai Ballet, serving as Artistic Director from 2001 and Director from 2011. Renowned for her classical and Chinese ballet performances, she has also choreographed original works, mentored internationally acclaimed dancers, and expanded the company’s repertoire with celebrated classical and contemporary productions.
Zhou Jiawen
Principal Dancer of Shanghai Ballet
First-class Dancer
Zhou graduated from the Shanghai Dance Academy and joined Shanghai Ballet in 2007, performing principal roles in Swan Lake, The White-Haired Girl, Bright Red Star, and Jane Eyre, alongside numerous classical and contemporary productions. An accomplished dancer, Zhou has earned several honors, including a Bronze Medal at the 2013 Beijing International Ballet and Choreographer Competition and recognition as one of Shanghai’s Top Ten Dancers of the Year.
Zhang Wenjun
Principal Dancer of Shanghai Ballet
National First-class Dancer
Zhang Wenjun is a principal dancer with Shanghai Ballet and a National First-Class Dancer who joined the company in 2007. Renowned for his performances in Swan Lake, Giselle, The Nutcracker, and numerous classical and contemporary productions, he has earned international honors, including Best Pas de Deux at the 2009 Helsinki International Ballet Competition and a Bronze Medal at the 2013 Beijing International Ballet and Choreographer Competition.
ZHAO Meici
Principal Dancer of Shanghai Ballet
National Second-class Dancer
Zhao graduated from the Beijing Dance Academy and joined Shanghai Ballet in 2015, performing principal roles in The White-Haired Girl, Giselle, and Lily, alongside numerous classical and contemporary productions. An award-winning dancer, Zhao received the Grand Prix in the Senior Contemporary Dance Division at the 2021 Japan International United Cloud Dance Competition.
TU Hanbin
Principal Dancer of Shanghai Ballet
National First-class Dancer
Tu graduated from the Shanghai Dance School and joined Shanghai Ballet in 2013, performing principal roles in Swan Lake, The Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker, and numerous classical and contemporary productions. An award-winning dancer, Tu earned Gold Medals at the 2018 South Africa International Ballet Competition and the 2021 International United Cloud Dance Competition, as well as the China Youth Wusi Medal in 2022.
GUO Wenjin
Principal Dancer of Shanghai Ballet
National Second-class Dancer
Guo graduated from the Shanghai Dance School in 2018 and joined Shanghai Ballet in 2020, performing principal roles in Swan Lake, Giselle, The White-Haired Girl, and Lily. An internationally recognized dancer, Guo has earned honors at the Prix de Lausanne and Youth America Grand Prix, and received a Best Dancer nomination for the 2025 Benois de la Danse.
Qi Bingxue
First Principal Dancer of Shanghai Ballet
National First-class Dancer
Qi joined Shanghai Ballet in 2014 and was promoted to First Principal Dancer in 2023, performing leading roles in Swan Lake, Giselle, The Sleeping Beauty, and numerous classical and contemporary productions. An internationally acclaimed dancer, Qi has earned prestigious honors, including Gold at the 2016 Shanghai International Ballet Competition, the China Youth Wusi Medal, and the 2025 National March 8th Red Flag Bearer Award.
Xu Jingkun
Principal Dancer of Shanghai Ballet
National Second-class Dancer
Xu graduated from the Shanghai Dance School in 2017, trained with The Australian Ballet, and joined Shanghai Ballet in 2019, performing principal roles in Swan Lake, Giselle, The Nutcracker, and numerous classical and contemporary productions. An internationally recognized dancer, Xu has earned multiple gold medals, the 2025 Shanghai White Magnolia Rising Leading Dancer Award, and a Best Dancer nomination for the 2025 Benois de la Danse.