Description

Leonard Bernstein's New York

Product Features

Title: Leonard Bernstein's New York
UPC 0706301710326
Format: DVD Video
Region Code: 2,3,4,5
Audio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo
Subtitles: English, Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano, Português
Total Duration: Approx. 55 mins
Picture Format: NTSC 4:3 Color
Classification: Exempt from Classification
Release Year: 1996
Publisher: Nonesuch Records and NVC ARTS, a Warner Music Group company
Manufactured in: the EU
Copy Protection: This DVD is copy-protected.

Overview

Leonard Bernstein's New York is a vibrant tribute to the city that never sleeps, as seen through the eyes of one of its most iconic composers. This DVD offers a unique journey through New York City, capturing the essence of Bernstein's most celebrated works, including selections from "On the Town," "Wonderful Town," and "West Side Story." With performances filmed at iconic New York locations such as Coney Island, Central Park, and Times Square, viewers are treated to a "glorious mosaic of Leonard Bernstein's show tunes" (New York Times).

Interesting Facts

Directed and produced by Hart Perry, this DVD presents a new generation of American musical theatre artists.
Features performances by Dawn Upshaw, Mandy Patinkin, Donna Murphy, Audra McDonald, Judy Blazer, and Richard Muenz, with the Orchestra of St. Luke's conducted by Eric Stern.
The DVD includes contributions from notable figures such as Harold Prince and Frank Rich, offering insights into Bernstein's influence on musical theatre and New York culture.
Filmed in actual New York locations celebrated in the songs, providing an authentic backdrop to Bernstein's music.

Key Credits

Conductor: Eric Stern
Artists: Dawn Upshaw, Mandy Patinkin, Donna Murphy, Audra McDonald, Judy Blazer, Richard Muenz
Orchestra: Orchestra of St. Luke's
Production: Perry Films Inc for Nonesuch Records and NVC ARTS