She is elegant and graceful, but also somewhat uncomfortable in her human form. As a swan, she is poised, though she often feels isolated at night. Beauty does not equal confidence, sometimes it severely diminishes it. Prince Siegfried also plays a role in his own world away from the lake.
Bound by responsibility, his royal status pins him to a future that's been decided. His reluctance leads to rebellion as he follows his heart for love, which is the central theme that prevails throughout the ballet. The fight between good and evil is found here as well. After all, what good love story doesn't have a little conflict?
The juxtaposition of a ballerina playing two opposing roles only enhances this concept. The deception by Von Rothbart and Odile fuel the battle and, though it ends in the death of all four characters, good does ultimately prevail.
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Act 2. Act 3. Act 4. Themes of Swan Lake. Aaron Green. Music Expert. Aaron M. Green is an expert on classical music and music history, with more than 10 years of both solo and ensemble performance experience. The Prince declares his love to Odette and promises to be loyal forever. At a grand reception at the palace, the Prince must choose a bride — but he can think only of Odette.
Suddenly a fanfare announces the arrival of two guests — it is Odette! The prince dances with her and asks for her hand in marriage. Odette has witnessed the whole scene. Too late, Siegfried realises his mistake. Siegfried follows Odette to the lake and begs her forgiveness.
She says she forgives him but nothing can change the fact he broke his vow. They decide to die together. Immediately the prince's mother expresses her approval, but Von Rothbart demands that the young man swear a formal oath. The prince innocently complies, and when he has done so, Von Rothbart and Odile mockingly reveal their true identities. Siegfried now sees the vision of the weeping Odette and understands his mistake. The swans are grieving for their queen.
Distraught, the prince enters and explains to his beloved that he, too, was betrayed by the evil magician. Odette understands and forgives him. Nevertheless, the fatal error condemns her to remain a swan.
Instead she determines that she will die. Von Rothbart endeavors to drive Siegfried away and keep Odette for himself, but the lovers defy him. Odette flings herself into the lake and Siegfried follows. Their spirits take flight and are reunited for eternity. Check out the season. The Story of Swan Lake. Prologue Taking a solitary walk by the lake, the young Princess Odette encounters the wicked Von Rothbart.
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