Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces (2002)
London's Royal Ballet performs two of Igor Stravinsky's classic works in this pair of performances choreographed by dance legend Nijinska. Zenaida Yanowsky and David Pickering star in "Les Noces," the stark, percussion-centric tale of a Russian peasant wedding that incorporates traditional folk music into its score. "The Firebird" stars Leanne Benjamin as the mythical creature who brings both a blessing and a curse upon her captors.
Director: Ross MacGibbon
Genre: Fantasy, Music
Runtime: 108 min
Release Date: October 22, 2002
Cast
- Leanne Benjamin - The Firebird
- Jonathan Cope - Ivan Tsarevich
- David Drew - The Immortal Katschei
- Genesia Rosato - The Beautiful Tsarevna
- Zenaida Yanowsky - The Bride
- David Pickering - The Bridegroom
- Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Production: Opus Arte, BBC Worldwide, Royal Opera House
Original Language: en
Keywords
ballet
More Films by Director: Ross MacGibbon
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces about?
- London's Royal Ballet performs two of Igor Stravinsky's classic works in this pair of performances choreographed by dance legend Nijinska. Zenaida Yanowsky and David Pickering star in "Les Noces," the stark, percussion-centric tale of a Russian peasant wedding that incorporates traditional folk music into its score. "The Firebird" stars Leanne Benjamin as the mythical creature who brings both a blessing and a curse upon her captors.
- Who directed Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces?
- Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces was directed by Ross MacGibbon.
- Who stars in Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces?
- Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces stars Leanne Benjamin, Jonathan Cope, David Drew, Genesia Rosato, Zenaida Yanowsky, David Pickering.
- How long is Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces?
- Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces has a runtime of 1h 48m (108 minutes).
- What genre is Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces?
- Stravinsky: The Firebird and Les Noces is a Fantasy, Music film.