The haunting ballet Giselle will be beamed Live from the Bolshoi Theatre, Moscow into Pershore Number 8, this January.

Suitable for a dark time of the year, it tells the tale of betrayal in love, ghosts and ultimate redemption.

A spokesman said: "The young peasant girl Giselle dies when she learns that the man she loves, Albrecht, has betrayed her.

"Against her own will, she joins the Wilis, vengeful spirits of jilted brides who condemn Albrecht to dance until he dies of exhaustion."

The spokesman added: " Giselle touches upon great and universal romantic themes.

In this brand new production, renowned choreographer Alexei Ratmansky brings a fresh perspective to one of the oldest and greatest works of classical dance, giving the audience an opportunity to discover this iconic ballet anew."

The score for Giselle is from the pen of ‎Adolphe Adam.

The date for the diary is Sunday January 26 from 3pm,

Tickets and further details: 01386 555488.