Oscar (2024)
The life and writings of Oscar Wilde
Oscar©, a powerful exploration of the life and writings of literary legend, Oscar Wilde. A spectacular new full-length ballet by Tony Award-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon In a celebration of the beauty and complexity of love in all its forms, Oscar© brings queer romance to life through Wheeldon’s innovative and heart-stirring choreography. Oscar© journeys through the extraordinary life of Wilde – a man who dared to live and write with unapologetic boldness – while masterfully integrating two of Wilde’s best-known works, The Nightingale and the Rose and The Picture of Dorian Gray.
Director: Christopher Wheeldon
Genre: Music, History, Drama
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: November 19, 2024
Cast
- Callum Linnane - Oscar Wilde
- Sharni Spencer - Constance Wilde
- Joseph Caley - Robbie Ross
- Benjamin Garrett - Lord Alfred Douglas/Bosie, Student
- Steven Heathcote - Lord Queensberry
- Adam Elmes - Oscar's Shadow, Dorian Gray
- Bryce Latham - Cyril Wilde
- Henry Berlin - Vyvyan Wilde
- Lucien Xu - Harri
- Elijah Trevitt - Zella
Screenplay
- Christopher Wheeldon (Original Concept)
- Joby Talbot (Original Concept)
- Alexander Wise (Original Concept)
- Oscar Wilde
Music: Joby Talbot
Production: Australian National Ballet
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Dance Passion
Keywords
ballet, lgbt history
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Oscar about?
- Oscar©, a powerful exploration of the life and writings of literary legend, Oscar Wilde. A spectacular new full-length ballet by Tony Award-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon In a celebration of the beauty and complexity of love in all its forms, Oscar© brings queer romance to life through Wheeldon’s innovative and heart-stirring choreography. Oscar© journeys through the extraordinary life of Wilde – a man who dared to live and write with unapologetic boldness – while masterfully integrating two of Wilde’s best-known works, The Nightingale and the Rose and The Picture of Dorian Gray.
- Who directed Oscar?
- Oscar was directed by Christopher Wheeldon.
- Who stars in Oscar?
- Oscar stars Callum Linnane, Sharni Spencer, Joseph Caley, Benjamin Garrett, Steven Heathcote, Adam Elmes.
- How long is Oscar?
- Oscar has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is Oscar?
- Oscar is a Music, History, Drama film.
- Where was Oscar produced?
- Oscar was produced in Australia.
- What are the themes of Oscar?
- The themes of Oscar include: Dance Passion.