Don Quichotte - Live from the Opéra National de Paris, April 2002 | DVD

UPC: 807280700992

Product Features

• Title: Don Quichotte
• Production: Live performance from the Opéra National de Paris, April 2002
• Choreography and Stage Direction: Rudolf Nureyev, based on Marius Petipa’s ballet
• Music: Ludwig Minkus (Arrangements by John Lanchbery)
• Main Cast:Ballet Company: Les Étoiles, les Premiers Danseurs et le Corps de Ballet de l'Opéra national de Paris
  • Kitri: Aurélie Dupont
  • Basile: Manuel Legris
  • Espada: Jean-Guillaume Bart
  • La danseuse de rue: Marie-Agnès Gillot
  • La Reine des Dryades: Delphine Moussin
  • Cupidon: Clairemarie Osta
  • Les deux amies: Mélanie Hurel, Véronique Doisneau
  • Don Quichotte: Jean-Marie Didière
  • Sancho: Fabien Roques
  • Gamache: Laurent Queval
  • Lorenzo: Alexis Saramite
  • Le gitan: Karl Paquette
  • La demoiselle d'honneur: Fanny Fiat
• Orchestra: Orchestre de l'Opéra national de Paris, conducted by Ermanno Florio
• Set Design: Alexandre Beliaev
• Costume Design: Elena Rivkina
• Lighting: Philippe Albaric
• General Manager: Hugues R. Gall
• Director of Dance: Brigitte Lefèvre
• Ballet Masters: Patrice Bart, Clotilde Vayer
• Directed for TV and Video: François Roussillon
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Picture Format: 16:9
• Subtitle Languages:Menu Language: English
  • English
  • German
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • Chinese
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• Running Time: 122 minutes
• DVD Format: NTSC, Dual Layer
• ISBN: 978-3-941311-03-9
• FSK Rating: FSK 0 (Suitable for all ages)
• Made In: Germany

Overview

This DVD captures the vibrant and energetic performance of Don Quichotte at the Opéra National de Paris in April 2002, choreographed by the legendary Rudolf Nureyev, who based his production on the original ballet by Marius Petipa. Ludwig Minkus's lively and melodic score, arranged by John Lanchbery, accompanies the tale of the chivalrous Don Quixote as he embarks on his quest for love and adventure.

Starring the exquisite Aurélie Dupont as Kitri and the charismatic Manuel Legris as Basile, this production highlights the technical brilliance and expressive artistry of the Paris Opera Ballet. The performance is enhanced by the elaborate set designs of Alexandre Beliaev and the richly detailed costumes by Elena Rivkina, which bring the Spanish-inspired story to life on stage.

Directed for TV and video by François Roussillon, this recording offers a front-row seat to one of the most celebrated productions in the Paris Opera's repertoire.

Interesting Facts

• Rudolf Nureyev's Interpretation: Nureyev's version of Don Quichotte is known for its demanding choreography and vibrant characterizations, blending humor and virtuosity in a way that has made it a favorite in ballet companies around the world.
• Paris Opera Ballet: As one of the most prestigious ballet companies globally, the Paris Opera Ballet continues to be at the forefront of classical and contemporary dance, and this production of Don Quichotte showcases their unmatched talent.
• Live Performance: This recording captures the energy and excitement of a live performance, making viewers feel as if they are right there in the audience at the Opéra National de Paris.

Track Listing

1. Prologue
2. Act 1
3. Act 2
4. Act 3

Publishers

• Publisher: Arthaus Musik
• Distributed By: Arthaus Musik GmbH, Germany

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