Nijinsky – A Ballet by John Neumeier DVD (2 Discs)

Product Information

• UPC: 814337014421
• Product Type: DVD (2 Discs)
• Genre: Ballet / Dance Performance
• Language(s): Bonus Interview in German (Original) with subtitles in English and Japanese
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• Total Running Time: 153 minutes (Ballet: 135 minutes; Bonus: 18 minutes)
• Format: NTSC, 16:9; Audio: PCM Stereo & DTS 5.1; Filmed in High Definition

Overview

Nijinsky – A Ballet by John Neumeier offers a unique and evocative tribute to the legendary Vaslav Nijinsky, whose groundbreaking artistry reshaped the world of dance. Choreographer John Neumeier, inspired by Nijinsky’s life and career, explores the dancer’s transformative impact—both as an artist and as an individual. This production delves into Nijinsky's multifaceted persona through innovative choreography and design, drawing on original sketches by Léon Bakst and Alexandre Benois. With a cast that includes leading experts on Nijinsky’s legacy, this performance blends classical and modern elements to reveal the enduring magic of his work.

Product Features

• Choreography & Direction:
  • Choreography by John Neumeier, who integrates the essence of Nijinsky’s technical brilliance and expressive power.
  • Lighting, set, and costume designs inspired partly by original sketches from Léon Bakst and Alexandre Benois.
• Music:
  • A curated selection from composers including Frédéric Chopin, Robert Schumann, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, and Dmitri Shostakovich.
• Performance Venue:
  • Recorded live at the Hamburg State Opera.
• Cast Highlights:
  • Celebrating Nijinsky through various roles, including portrayals of Nijinsky as "Harlequin," "Le Spectre de la Rose," "The Golden Slave," "The Faun," and "Petrushka."
  • Featured artists include renowned interpreters of Nijinsky’s legacy, with roles symbolizing different aspects of his life and art.
• Bonus Content:
  • An exclusive interview with John Neumeier that provides insights into his choreographic approach and the enduring influence of Nijinsky.

Interesting Facts

• A Choreographic Journey:
  John Neumeier’s lifelong engagement with Nijinsky forms the creative foundation of this ballet, as he reinterprets the dancer’s revolutionary impact on modern dance.

• Innovative Design:
  The production utilizes original design inspirations from legendary artists Léon Bakst and Alexandre Benois, creating a visually arresting environment that enhances the emotional narrative of the performance.

• Critical Homage:
  By embodying both the technical mastery and the deeply personal dimensions of Nijinsky’s artistry, Neumeier’s ballet stands as a compelling homage to one of dance’s most enigmatic figures.

Publishers

A co-production by Hamburg Ballet John Neumeier, in association with NDR, arte, NHK, and Signed Media. Artwork & Editorial © 2018 C Major Entertainment GmbH, Berlin. Made in Austria.

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