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Balanchine


Regarded as the "Father of American ballet," and having created 425 works, George Balanchine is often considered to be the foremost choreographer of the 20th century.

In this documentary film, Balanchine celebrates his artistry and pays tribute to the themes of his ballets. Through rare archival audio and video footage, interviews, film, and photographs, the programme traces Balanchine's life from his youth at the Mariinsky Theatre, through his work for Hollywood and Broadway, to his creation of the New York City Ballet. It also examines his thoughts on dance, using interviews with the choreographer himself, and features selections from many of his ballets, including Chaconne, Agon, Symphony in C, Apollo, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Western Symphony, among others.


dvd information

Cast: George Balanchine
Producer(s): Judy Kinberg
Director(s): Merrill Brockway
Format: Colour
Region: 0 (all)
Discs: 1
Classification: Exempt
Running Time: 156 minutes
Studio: Kultur

Customer Reviews

New Classics - Admin DigitalClassics
“...Celebrates Balanchine’s remarkable artistry and pays tribute to the themes of his ballets...”
Dancing Times - Admin DigitalClassics
“...a splendid tribute to the choreographer…an irresistible treat to the ballet lover...”
New York Daily News - Admin DigitalClassics
“.............A thrilling experience................”

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