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Prokofiev: Cinderella
Antoinette Sibley (Cinderella); Anthony Dowell (The Prince); Frederick Ashton (Ugly Stepsister); Robert Helpmann (Ugly Stepsister); Leslie Edwards (Cinderella's Father); Georgina Parkinson (The Fairy Godmother); Frank Freeman (The Dancing Master); Jonathan Kelly (A Tailor)
The much-loved story of Cinderella has captured hearts and minds for centuries and this historic colour recording from 1969, full of dreams and magic, shows why. Infused with the drama of Prokofiev’s luscious score, the tale of transformation provided creative inspiration for Frederick Ashton’s acclaimed first full-length ballet. His enchanting production stands as a showcase of choreographic mastery and features one of the Royal Ballet’s most celebrated partnerships with Antoinette Sibley as Cinderella and Anthony Dowell as the Prince. Ashton’s distinctive theatricality is also revealed in a touching and hilarious cameo as one of the Ugly Sisters opposite Robert Helpmann.
DVD
Genre: Ballet
Release Date: 01/03/2021
Sound Formats: LPCM 2.0 Mono
Ratio: 4:3
Subtitles: None
Catalogue Number: OA1333D
Conductor(s):
John Lanchbery
John Lanchbery
Orchestra(s):
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Artist(s):
Antoinette Sibley; Anthony Dowell; Frederick Ashton; Robert Helpmann; Leslie Edwards; Georgina Parkinson; Frank Freeman; Jonathan Kelly; Orchestra of the Royal Opera House; John Lanchbery
Antoinette Sibley; Anthony Dowell; Frederick Ashton; Robert Helpmann; Leslie Edwards; Georgina Parkinson; Frank Freeman; Jonathan Kelly; Orchestra of the Royal Opera House; John Lanchbery
"Mercifully, ballet isn't always about heartbreak. Ashton's "Cinderella," a treasured DVD from a 1969 Royal Ballet performance, again features the inspiring Mr. Dowell — this time opposite a breathtaking Antoinette Sibley — along with the uproarious Ugly Sisters, portrayed by Ashton and Robert Helpmann. In "Cinderella," Ashton, jittery and absurd, is the perfect counterpoint to Helpmann's bossy incarnation; their time onstage is a spirited competition, and they don't miss a beat. But at the heart of their crude conduct is a sense of bittersweet yearning. "Cinderella" presents the complete world of Ashton, in which humor, intricate choreography, dazzling footwork and absolute wit abound. And there's nothing dated about it." (The New York Times)
Antoinette Sibley (Cinderella); Anthony Dowell (The Prince); Frederick Ashton (Ugly Stepsister); Robert Helpmann (Ugly Stepsister); Leslie Edwards (Cinderella's Father); Georgina Parkinson (The Fairy Godmother); Frank Freeman (The Dancing Master); Jonathan Kelly (A Tailor)
The much-loved story of Cinderella has captured hearts and minds for centuries and this historic colour recording from 1969, full of dreams and magic, shows why. Infused with the drama of Prokofiev’s luscious score, the tale of transformation provided creative inspiration for Frederick Ashton’s acclaimed first full-length ballet. His enchanting production stands as a showcase of choreographic mastery and features one of the Royal Ballet’s most celebrated partnerships with Antoinette Sibley as Cinderella and Anthony Dowell as the Prince. Ashton’s distinctive theatricality is also revealed in a touching and hilarious cameo as one of the Ugly Sisters opposite Robert Helpmann.
DVD
Genre: Ballet
Release Date: 01/03/2021
Sound Formats: LPCM 2.0 Mono
Ratio: 4:3
Subtitles: None
Catalogue Number: OA1333D
Conductor(s):
John Lanchbery
John Lanchbery
Orchestra(s):
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Artist(s):
Antoinette Sibley; Anthony Dowell; Frederick Ashton; Robert Helpmann; Leslie Edwards; Georgina Parkinson; Frank Freeman; Jonathan Kelly; Orchestra of the Royal Opera House; John Lanchbery
Antoinette Sibley; Anthony Dowell; Frederick Ashton; Robert Helpmann; Leslie Edwards; Georgina Parkinson; Frank Freeman; Jonathan Kelly; Orchestra of the Royal Opera House; John Lanchbery
"Mercifully, ballet isn't always about heartbreak. Ashton's "Cinderella," a treasured DVD from a 1969 Royal Ballet performance, again features the inspiring Mr. Dowell — this time opposite a breathtaking Antoinette Sibley — along with the uproarious Ugly Sisters, portrayed by Ashton and Robert Helpmann. In "Cinderella," Ashton, jittery and absurd, is the perfect counterpoint to Helpmann's bossy incarnation; their time onstage is a spirited competition, and they don't miss a beat. But at the heart of their crude conduct is a sense of bittersweet yearning. "Cinderella" presents the complete world of Ashton, in which humor, intricate choreography, dazzling footwork and absolute wit abound. And there's nothing dated about it." (The New York Times)
