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The Royal Ballet
Ballet "Manon" Choreography by Kenneth MacMillan Starring Natalia Osipova, Reece Clarke, and others (with Japanese subtitles / with Japanese commentary)
The Royal Ballet
Ballet "Manon" Choreography by Kenneth MacMillan
Music by Jules Massenet (1842-1912)
Selection: Leighton Lucas & Hilda Gaunt / Arrangement: Martin Yates
Manon………………………………… Natalia Osipova
Des Grieux…………………………… Reece Clarke
Lescaut……………………………… Alexander Campbell
Monsieur G.M. …………………… Gary Avis
Lescaut's Mistress…………………… Mayara Magri
The Procuress……………………… Elizabeth McGorian
The Jailer……………………………… Lukas Bjørneboe Brendslod
The Beggar Chief…………………… Ryotaro Nakao
Courtesans…………………………… Kyohei Choi, Melissa Hamilton,
Sae Maeda, Amelia Townsend
Gents………………………………… Ryoichi Akari, Calvin Richardson,
Joseph Sissens
Brothel Clients……………………… Harry Churches, David Donnelly,
Giacomo Rovero, Thomas Whitehead,
Christopher Saunders
Old Gentleman………………………… Philip Mosley
The Royal Ballet
Choreography: Kenneth MacMillan
Set and Costume Design: Nicholas Georgiadis
Lighting: Jacopo Pantani
Staging: Laura Morella
Ballet Master: Christopher Saunders
The Royal Opera House Orchestra, Covent Garden
Conductor: Koen Kessels
Director of Photography: Ross McGibbon
Recorded: February 3, 7, 23, 2024 at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden (London)
Running Time: 131 minutes (Main feature 121 minutes, Bonus 10 minutes)
Bonus Features:
- Introduction to "Manon"
- Osipova and Clarke discuss "Manon"
- Cast Gallery
Subtitles for Bonus Features: Japanese, English, French, German, Korean
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 NTSC All Region
DVD: Dual-Layer Disc
[50th Anniversary of The Royal Ballet Premiere – MacMillan's "Manon" Shines with Passionate Performances by Osipova & Clarke]
"Manon," alongside "Romeo and Juliet," is known as a representative work choreographed by Kenneth MacMillan. In 2024, marking the 50th anniversary of its premiere at Covent Garden in 1974, Natalia Osipova portrays a modern Manon with her exceptional physical ability and overwhelming acting skills, partnered by Reece Clarke, a principal dancer in his fifth year with Osipova, whose partnership continues to be refined. The dynamic choreography, which highlights the deep psychological struggles of humans torn between true love and wealth, and poverty, is captivating. Don't miss the supporting cast, including Alexander Campbell as the wild Manon's brother Lescaut, Mayara Magri as the alluring Lescaut's Mistress, and Gary Avis as the lecherous Monsieur G.M., all delivering outstanding performances. The music, a collage of Massenet's compositions by Leighton Lucas and others, sounds as if it were created specifically for this ballet. The orchestra, led by master ballet conductor Koen Kessels, performs with vibrant rhythms and sweet, melancholic melodies, greatly enhancing MacMillan's narrative ballet.
| Product # | B0DGB5MX71 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 100 g |
| Product package size | 14 x 19 x 1 cm |
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