Description
Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker DVD
Covent Garden Pioneer Production with the Birmingham Royal Ballet
UPC 8425736089273
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Overview
Step into the enchanting world of The Nutcracker, Peter Wright’s acclaimed adaptation of the beloved ballet set to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. This Covent Garden Pioneer production, co-produced with BBC TV and the Royal Opera House, brings the magic of Christmas Eve alive as young Clara’s dreams transport her to a world of fantastical beauty, vivid color, and graceful dance. In the grand halls of the Stahlbaum home, Clara receives a special Nutcracker doll from the mysterious Drosselmeyer, setting off a night filled with wonder, bravery, and transformation.
This production by the Birmingham Royal Ballet, featuring exquisite performances by Miyako Yoshida as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Irek Mukhamedov as the Prince, showcases world-class choreography and mesmerizing set designs by John F. Macfarlane. The unfolding magic begins with Clara’s journey through the snowy Land of Snow, progressing to the captivating Land of Sweets, where international dancers and the Sugar Plum Fairy herself welcome her. Directed by Derek Bailey and set to choreography inspired by both Peter Wright and Lev Ivanov, this rendition of The Nutcracker embodies the holiday spirit and continues to be a cherished classic in ballet and music.
Product Features
- Format: DVD-9
- Sound: LPCM 2.0 and Dolby Digital 5.1
- Picture Format: PAL, 4:3 color display
- Language Options: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
- Run Time: 99 minutes
- Region Code: Region Zero (compatible with region-free DVD players globally)
- Subtitles: Menu and booklet in five languages
- Distribution: Pioneer Electronics Ibérica, S.A.
Interesting Facts
- Timeless Score by Tchaikovsky: Composed in 1892, The Nutcracker has become synonymous with holiday joy, with pieces like the “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” and “Waltz of the Flowers” captivating generations.
- Legendary Choreography: Peter Wright’s choreography, in collaboration with Lev Ivanov’s original vision, is known for capturing the charm and intricate storytelling that makes The Nutcracker a ballet favorite worldwide.
- Star Performers: This production features celebrated principal dancers, including Miyako Yoshida and Irek Mukhamedov, who bring elegance and emotional depth to their roles as the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Prince.
- BBC TV Co-Production: This DVD marks a special collaboration with BBC TV, making this adaptation one of the best-recorded ballet performances, with expert direction by Derek Bailey.
- Orchestration by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia: Conducted by Barry Wordsworth and led by Yuri Torchinsky, the Sinfonia brings a rich, textured sound to Tchaikovsky's compositions, elevating the production's musical quality.
Scene Highlights
- Overture and Opening Credits
- Act I: The Stahlbaum Household
- March of the Children’s Dance
- Scenes with Mrs. Stahlbaum, Drosselmeyer, and the Guests
- Clara’s Dance with the Nutcracker Prince
- Act II: The Land of Sweets
- Dance of Many Lands (Spanish, Arabian, Chinese, and Russian Dances)
- Waltz of the Flowers
- Grand Pas de Deux: Sugar Plum Fairy and the Nutcracker Prince
- Clara’s Transformation and Farewell
Publishers
- Executive Producer: Revel Guest
- Producer: Jane Pleydell-Bouverie
- Director: Derek Bailey
- Designer: John F. Macfarlane
- Lighting Designer: David A. Finn
- Conductor: Barry Wordsworth
- Production and Distribution: Pioneer Electronics Ibérica, S.A.
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