David Bintley's Hobson's Choice

Product Details

• UPC: 4006680104423
• Genre: Ballet
• Company: Birmingham Royal Ballet
• Choreographer: David Bintley
• Music: Paul Reade
• Label: Arthaus Musik
• Release date: 1992

Product Specifications

• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Picture Format: 4:3
• Language: English
• Subtitle Languages: None specified
• Region Code: 2, 5, PAL
• Run Time: 101 minutes

Overview

David Bintley's three-act ballet, Hobson's Choice, is a delightful portrayal of life in a northern English town at the turn of the 19th century. Based on Harold Brighouse's beloved play of the same name, this ballet has been described as a "rolicking musical comedy without words" by The Sunday Times. The affectionate rags-to-riches comedy revolves around the unlikely marriage of Henry Hobson's daughter, Maggie, to a poor bootmaker, Will Mossop.

Cast and Crew

• Henry Hobson: Desmond Kelly
• Maggie Hobson: Karen Donovan
• Vickey Hobson: Sandra Madgwick
• Alice Hobson: Chenca Williams
• Mrs. Hepworth: Anita Landa
• Will Mossop: Michael O'Hare
• Vickey & Alice's Suitors: Joseph Cipolla, Stephen Wicks
• Music: Paul Reade
• Played by: Birmingham Royal Ballet Orchestra
• Conducted by: Barry Wordsworth
• Choreographed by: David Bintley
• Designed by: Hayden Griffin
• Produced by: Eric Abraham
• Directed by: Tom C

Interesting Facts

• David Bintley is a renowned choreographer and former artistic director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet.
• Hobson's Choice is a unique blend of ballet and comedy, set to a captivating score by Paul Reade.
• The Birmingham Royal Ballet is one of the world's leading ballet companies, known for its diverse repertoire and exceptional dancers.