Description

The Art of Hans van Manen: Six Ballets 2 DVD - A Masterpiece Collection from Nederlands Dans Theater and Het Nationale Ballet

UPC: 4058407092827

Product Features

Title: The Art of Hans van Manen: Six Ballets
Choreographer: Hans van Manen
Performing Companies: Nederlands Dans Theater, Het Nationale Ballet
Set and Costume Design: Keso Dekker
Directors: Wilbert Bank (Nederlands Dans Theater), Jellie Dekker (Het Nationale Ballet)
Music Composers: Arvo Pärt, Johann Sebastian Bach, Kara Karayev, Domenico Scarlatti, John Cage, J.J. Cale, Igor Stravinsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Benjamin Britten, Erkki-Sven Tüür
Production: NPS Television, supported by the Dutch Cultural Broadcasting Promotion Fund and COBO-FUND
Sound Format: PCM Stereo
Picture Format: 16:9
Subtitles (Bonus): English, German, French, Spanish, Italian
Running Time:Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
- DVD 1: 63 minutes + 17 minutes Bonus
- DVD 2: 38 minutes + 22 minutes Bonus
ISBN: 4058407092827

Overview

The Art of Hans van Manen: Six Ballets is a tribute to the legendary choreographer, featuring six of his most celebrated works performed by the Nederlands Dans Theater and Het Nationale Ballet. This 2-DVD set showcases Van Manen's unique style, blending classical ballet with modern dance in a way that has captivated audiences worldwide. The collection includes "Déjà Vu," "Solo," "Kammerballett," "The Old Man and Me," "Frank Bridge Variations," and "Two Pieces for HET," with music ranging from the Baroque compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach to contemporary works by Arvo Pärt and Erkki-Sven Tüür.

In addition to the performances, the DVDs include interviews with Hans van Manen and introductions to each ballet, offering viewers a deeper understanding of his artistic vision.

Ballets Included

DVD 1: Nederlands Dans Theater

Déjà Vu: Music by Arvo Pärt
Solo: Music by Johann Sebastian Bach
Kammerballett: Music by Kara Karayev, Domenico Scarlatti, John Cage
The Old Man and Me: Music by J.J. Cale, Igor Stravinsky, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

DVD 2: Het Nationale Ballet

Frank Bridge Variations: Music by Benjamin Britten
Two Pieces for HET: Music by Erkki-Sven Tüür, Arvo Pärt

Interesting Facts

Iconic Choreographer: Hans van Manen is renowned for his ability to blend classical ballet techniques with modern dance, creating works that are both elegant and powerful.
Diverse Music Selection: The ballets in this collection feature a wide range of music, from the minimalist compositions of Arvo Pärt to the intricate Baroque stylings of Johann Sebastian Bach.
Cultural Support: The productions were made possible with support from the Dutch Cultural Broadcasting Promotion Fund and COBO-FUND, reflecting the importance of the arts in the Netherlands.