Siddharta
“A journey of the spirit, body, and mind — the ballet of enlightenment.”
Synopsis
“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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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Angelin Preljocaj
- Original Score
- Bruno Mantovani
- Original Title
- Siddharta
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Angelin Preljocaj
Bruno Mantovani
Department Leadership Roster
Angelin Preljocaj
Director
Olivier Bériot
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Siddharta
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Siddharta about?
“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.
Who directed Siddharta?
Siddharta was directed by Angelin Preljocaj.
Who stars in Siddharta?
The principal cast of Siddharta includes Nicolas Le Riche, Aurélie Dupont, Wilfried Romoli, Muriel Zusperreguy, Alice Renavand.
When was Siddharta released and how long is it?
Siddharta was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Siddharta?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Siddharta was composed by Bruno Mantovani.