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Blanche as Pierrot and Pierrette, the tragic lovers who could never really come together as a couple ... The legend of Pierrot and Pierrette began in the 17th century when Jean-Antoine Watteau committed to canvas two clowns who were later made famous by the Italian Commedia Dell'Arte ... This timeless couple was then adapted to French pantomime where Pierrot is a noble and fun-loving clown ... He is lonely and in love with the beautiful Pierrette, whose affections run hot and cold ... ... | |
