Frederick Ashton, Barry Wordsworth, Royal Opera House, Natalia Osipova; Steven McRae - Hérold: La Fille mal gardée (2015)
NTSC 16:9 (720x480) VBR | (LinearPCM, 2 ch) | (DTS, 6 ch) | 7.03 Gb (DVD9) | 110 min
Classical | Opus Arte
NTSC 16:9 (720x480) VBR | (LinearPCM, 2 ch) | (DTS, 6 ch) | 7.03 Gb (DVD9) | 110 min
Classical | Opus Arte
A classic of The Royal Ballet, La Fille mal gardée was an immediate hit with the British public. Choreographed by Frederick Ashton in 1960, it is a highly lyrical and technically demanding take on the simple tale of ‘love prevailing’ which underpins this charming story. It was created by French ballet master Jean Dauberval and was first danced in 1789. This 2015 revival is a ‘company triumph’ (Independent), with principals Natalia Osipova and Steven McRae creating terrific onstage chemistry and delivering outstanding solo performances – Osipova as a ‘perky and gamine Lise’ with ‘pin-drop precise’ phrasing (Guardian), and McRae an instantly likeable, playful Colas whose physical articulation is ‘particularly Ashtonian’ in quality (Daily Telegraph). They are joined by Philip Mosley as Widow Simone, who brings ‘music-hall gusto’ (Independent) to the famous clog dance of Act I.
Cast:
Lise - Natalia Osipova
Colas - Steven McRae
Widow Simone - Philip Mosley
Alain - Paul Kay
Thomas - Christopher Saunders
Cockerel - Michael Stojko
Hens - Francesca Hayward; Meaghan Grace Hinkis; Gemma Pitchley-Gale; Leticia Stock
Village Notary - Gary Avis
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Conductor - Barry Wordsworth
Choreographer: Frederick Ashton