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Title:
Sylvia [DVD video]
Publication Date:
2007
Publication Information:
East Essex, UK : Opus Arte, [2007]
Physical Description:
1 videodisc (ca. 117 min.) : sd., col ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet (21 p. : col. ill. ; 18 cm.).
Abstract:
This version of Frederick Ashton's Sylvia has restored the splendour of its elegant and opulent three-act form for the 75th anniversary celebrations of The Royal Ballet. Taken from Greek mythology, it tells the story of Sylvia, loved by Aminta, abducted by Orion and eventually rescued by Eros.
General Note:
Title from disc surface.
Booklet of program notes in English, French and German laid in container.
"This NTSC DVD is designed for worldwide playback. In PAL regions, ensure DVD player and TV are NTSC compatible"--Container.
Program notes (21 p. : col. ill. ; 18 cm.) in English, French and German laid in container.
Originally broadcast in 2005.
Special features: Illustrated synopsis ; cast gallery ; introductions by Darcey Bussell.
Performers:
Darcey Bussell (Sylvia), Roberto Bolle (Aminta), Thiago Soares (Orion), Martin Harvey (Eros) ; The Royal Ballet; the Royal Opera House Orchestra, conducted by Graham Bond.
Technical Details:
DVD format, all regions, anamorphic (16:9) presentation; LPCM stereo., DTS 5.1 surround, DVD 9, double layer, recorded and mastered in High Definition, NTSC.
Title Subject:
Subject Term:
Language:
English
Additional Language:
In English with optional English, French, German, Spanish and Italian subtitles.
Added Uniform Title:
Sylvia (Choreographic work : Ashton)
Audience:
No rating available.
