We are excited to share that PENTATONE’s recording of Danse des cygnes from Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake is featured in Amazon Prime’s new series ÉTOILE.
Set between Paris and New York, the series follows two prestigious ballet companies that, facing crises, agree to exchange their star dancers in a bold attempt to save their institutions. The story explores cultural contrasts, artistic rivalries, and the sacrifices behind every graceful performance.
The series delves into cultural contrasts, artistic rivalries, personal sacrifice, and the relentless pressure behind every graceful performance. From the grandeur of the Palais Garnier to the studios of Lincoln Center, tensions rise, alliances shift, and the characters struggle for both artistic recognition and human connection.
The series has already already garnered critical acclaim, receiving a Primetime Emmy Award for choreographer Marguerite Derricks.