Siddharta
“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.
Movie Information
Nicolas Le Riche
as Siddharta
Aurélie Dupont
as The Awakening (L’Eveil)
Wilfried Romoli
as The King (Le Roi)
Muriel Zusperreguy
as Sujata
Alice Renavand
as Yasodhara
Stéphane Bullion
as Ananda
Séverine Westermann
as Temptress
Christelle Granier
as Temptress
