Genre:
Ballet
Release Date:
Mar 2005
Recorded:
1987
Number of Discs:
1
Sound:
LPCM Stereo; Dolby Stereo
Subtitles:
EN, FR, DE, ES, IT
Territory Exclusions:
USA & Canada
Aspect Ratio:
4:3 (Main feature) / 16:9
Display:
NTSC
Catalog Number:
OA0914D
Davis: A Simple Man (Northern Ballet)
Christopher Gable (L. S. Lowry); Moira Shearer (Mother);
Commissioned to celebrate the centenary of the birth of the painter L.S. Lowry in 1987, this award-winning ballet celebrates the life and work of a unique artist. Created by Gillian Lynne in collaboration with the composer Carl Davis this memorable production, filmed in 1987, is performed by the Northern Ballet Theatre and led by ex-Royal Ballet stars Christopher Gable and Moira Shearer. Re-mastered for DVD, with the addition of recent interviews with Lynne and Davis, it gives a fascinating insight into the creation of an inspirational icon in the history of modern dance, which remains as fresh as ever.
Reviews
"Carl Davis is one of the most seasoned composers working in the UK and has achieved wide popularity largely due to his work on TV and film dramas. This must be amongst his best scores; it echoes the Northern environment portrayed and includes hints of brass bands and the barrel organ...The DVD is well prepared and presented with a useful booklet and interesting extra features. A disk to be recommended to any of the many admirers of Lowrys paintings." (Musicweb International)
Extra features
Introduction by distinguished actor Albert Finney. 'Looking Back' - interview with Gillian Lynne and Carl Davis.Photo Gallery and Cast Gallery.