Description

George Balanchine's The Nutcracker – A Holiday Classic on the Big Screen (DVD Video)

Product Information

UPC: 0814337013868
Product Type: DVD Video
Title: George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
Production: Lincoln Center Movies Presents
Performing Ensemble: New York City Ballet
Ballet Master in Chief: Peter Martins
Executive Director: Katherine E. Brown
Key Creative Team:
- Originally Produced by Live from Lincoln Center
- Executive Producer: John Goberman (Live Production), Andrew Carl Wilk (Lincoln Center Movies)
- Directed by Alan Skog

Overview

Experience the wonder of New York City Ballet’s iconic holiday classic, The Nutcracker, as envisioned by the legendary choreographer George Balanchine. Set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, this breathtaking production transports audiences to a magical world where mischievous mice wage war against toy soldiers and an enchanting blizzard ushers in the Land of Sweets. The performance dazzles with awe-inspiring set pieces, ornate costumes, and one-of-a-kind visual effects, including a colossal Christmas tree that soars to an astonishing 40 feet.

Product Features

Format & Medium: DVD Video
Picture Format: 16:9, Filmed in High Definition (NTSC)
Sound Formats: PCM 2.0, DTS 5.0
Subtitles: Available in German and French (English is the original language)
Region: Worldwide
Running Time:Special Note: Copy protected; intended for private home viewing only.
- Total: 110 minutes
- Performance: 100 minutes

Interesting Facts

Magical Production:
Balanchine’s choreography transforms Tchaikovsky’s score into a mesmerizing holiday spectacle, blending classical ballet with innovative visual effects.
Iconic Set Pieces:
Highlights include a dynamic onstage blizzard and a breathtaking one-ton, 40-foot Christmas tree that captivates audiences.
Behind-the-Scenes Bonus:
Enjoy exclusive bonus content with a “Behind the Stage” feature, offering insights into the creative process that brought this holiday classic to life.

Publishers

A Lincoln Center Media production.
© 2016 Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Artwork & Editorial © 2016 C Major Entertainment GmbH, Berlin.
All rights reserved. This programme is under copyright protection and intended for private home viewing only.

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