Description
The Penguin Cafe Orchestra: Documentary & Ballet (DVD)
UPC: 807280213393
Product Features
- Documentary:
- Title: The Penguin Cafe Orchestra
- Music: Simon Jeffes
- Directed by: Andrew Harries
- Produced by: Paul Tickell
- Edited by: Melvyn Brend
- Production: London Weekend Television in association with RM Arts
- Year: 1987
- Narrator: Simon Jeffes
- Ballet Performance:Sound Format: PCM Stereo
- Title: Still Life at the Penguin Cafe
- Performers: The Royal Ballet
- Narration: Jeremy Irons
- Music: Simon Jeffes
- Choreography: David Bintley
- Directed by: Keith Beckett and David Bintley
- Produced by: Katya Krausova
- Executive Producers: Ian Martin (Thames Television), Eric Abraham
- Production: Portobello Productions in association with RM Arts and Thames Television
- Photographs: Bill Cooper
- Year: 1989
- Picture Format: 4:3
- Region Code: 0 (Region Free)
- Running Time: 90 minutes
- Language: English
- Menu Languages: English, German, French, Spanish
- Subtitle Languages: German, French, Spanish
- DVD Format: DVD 9, NTSC
Overview
Delve into the enchanting world of The Penguin Cafe Orchestra with this compelling DVD, featuring both a documentary and a ballet performance. Directed by Andrew Harries, the documentary explores the eclectic music of Simon Jeffes, the mastermind behind the orchestra, who describes his audience as capable of enjoying a diverse range of music from Beethoven to Abba. Produced by Paul Tickell and edited by Melvyn Brend, this 1987 London Weekend Television production offers a deep dive into the unique soundscape of the Penguin Cafe Orchestra.
The DVD also includes the delightful ballet performance "Still Life at the Penguin Cafe" by The Royal Ballet, narrated by Jeremy Irons and choreographed by David Bintley. Directed by Keith Beckett and David Bintley, this 1989 Portobello Productions masterpiece has been hailed by The Times as "the most cheerful and amusing new ballet at Covent Garden for well over a decade."
Interesting Facts
- Simon Jeffes: Founder and composer of The Penguin Cafe Orchestra, Jeffes was known for his eclectic musical style, blending classical and contemporary influences.
- Royal Ballet: The ballet "Still Life at the Penguin Cafe" remains one of the Royal Ballet's most celebrated performances, combining whimsical choreography with Jeffes' captivating music.
- Narrator Jeremy Irons: The Oscar-winning actor Jeremy Irons lends his distinctive voice to the introduction of the ballet, adding a touch of elegance and gravitas to the performance.
- Critical Acclaim: "Still Life at the Penguin Cafe" received rave reviews for its creativity and charm, becoming a favorite among ballet enthusiasts.
Track Listing
Documentary - The Penguin Cafe Orchestra
- Introduction
- Interviews and Insights with Simon Jeffes
- Performance Excerpts
- Behind-the-Scenes Footage
Ballet Performance - Still Life at the Penguin Cafe
- Introduction by Jeremy Irons
- Complete Ballet Performance
Publishers
- Label: Arthaus Musik
- Documentary Production: London Weekend Television in association with RM Arts
- Ballet Production: Portobello Productions in association with RM Arts and Thames Television
- Sound Format: PCM Stereo
- Picture Format: 4:3
- Region Code: 0
- Running Time: 90 mins
- DVD Format: DVD 9, NTSC
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