Description
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker - The Royal Ballet Production (DVD)
UPC: 809478012528
Product Features
- Composer: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Title: The Nutcracker
- Performers: Lauren Cuthbertson (Sugar Plum Fairy), Federico Bonelli (The Prince), Francesca Hayward (Clara), Alexander Campbell (Hans-Peter/The Nutcracker), Gary Avis (Herr Drosselmeyer)
- Conductor: Boris Gruzin
- Choreographer: Peter Wright (after Lev Ivanov)
- Orchestra: Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
- Subtitles: None (ballet performance)
- Audio Format: LPCM Stereo, DTS Surround Sound
- Aspect Ratio: NTSC, All regions
- Running Time: 130 minutes (ballet), 10 minutes (extras)
- Region: All regions (NTSC format)
- Extra Features: Cast Gallery, Introduction to The Nutcracker, Peter Wright at 90
- Release Date: 2016
Overview
The Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker, choreographed by Peter Wright, remains the gold standard for this timeless holiday classic. Filmed at the Royal Opera House, this production is set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score and features an all-star cast. Lauren Cuthbertson dazzles as the Sugar Plum Fairy, accompanied by Federico Bonelli as her Prince. The youthful energy of Francesca Hayward as Clara and Alexander Campbell as Hans-Peter (the Nutcracker) adds to the magic of this beloved ballet.
This production was staged in celebration of Peter Wright’s 90th birthday and has been a cherished part of The Royal Ballet’s repertoire for over three decades. With stunning period designs, captivating stage effects, and Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable music, this Nutcracker is a visual and musical feast, perfect for viewers of all ages.
Interesting Facts
- Peter Wright’s Legacy: This production celebrates the 90th birthday of Peter Wright, one of the most influential figures in British ballet. His version of The Nutcracker has been a mainstay at The Royal Ballet for over 30 years.
- Clara and The Nutcracker: Francesca Hayward (Clara) and Alexander Campbell (The Nutcracker) deliver heartfelt performances, embodying the innocence and wonder of young love amidst a fantastical dream world.
- Historical Significance: The ballet is staged with the original scenario created by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, ensuring that the traditional magic of The Nutcracker is preserved for modern audiences.
- Visual Spectacle: The production features lavish sets and costumes designed by Julia Trevelyan Oman, capturing the opulence of a 19th-century Christmas celebration.
Track Listing
- Act I - Clara’s Christmas Party and the Magical Transformation
- Act II - The Kingdom of Sweets and the Grand Pas de Deux
Publishers
- Opus Arte: Known for high-quality ballet and opera recordings, Opus Arte continues to deliver outstanding performances from the Royal Opera House to global audiences.
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