Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet)
Synopsis
The story of Don Quixote tells of the old knight who dreams of chivalry and his comic squire, Sancho Panza. This performance by the Kirov has been hailed as one of the greatest large cast ballet productions ever recorded on film. The tremendous resources of the Kirov Ballet flash and dash through the four acts of joyous Petipa and Gorsky choreography making Don Quixote a thrilling visual treat. This delightful spectacle features the great Soviet dancers Tatyana Terekhova and Farouk Ruzimatov as the lovers Kitri and Basilio. Don Quixote is performed by Kirov star Vladimir Ponomaryov. Filmed live at the Kirov Theatre in Leningrad.
Top Cast
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Kitri
Farouk Ruzimatov
Basilio
Vladimir Ponomaryov
Don Quixote
Alexander Brouskin
Sancho Panza
Alexander Lunyov
Lorentzo
Vladimir Lepeyev
Gamache
Dimitri Korneyev
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Altynai Assylmuratova
Street Dancer
Yelena Pankova
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Tatyana Goumba
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Yuliya Makhalkina
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Tamara Mirzoyan
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Yelena Sherstnyova
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Alisa Strogaya
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Vadim Sirotin
Gypsy Dancer
Annelina Kashirian
Oriental Dancer
Galina Zakroutkina
Fandango Dancer
Vladimir Kolesnikov
Fandango Dancer
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 16, 2004
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Score
- Ludwig Minkus
- Original Title
- Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet)
- Country of Origin
- Russia
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Kultur Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ludwig Minkus
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet)
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What is Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet) about?
The story of Don Quixote tells of the old knight who dreams of chivalry and his comic squire, Sancho Panza. This performance by the Kirov has been hailed as one of the greatest large cast ballet productions ever recorded on film. The tremendous resources of the Kirov Ballet flash and dash through the four acts of joyous Petipa and Gorsky choreography making Don Quixote a thrilling visual treat. This delightful spectacle features the great Soviet dancers Tatyana Terekhova and Farouk Ruzimatov as the lovers Kitri and Basilio. Don Quixote is performed by Kirov star Vladimir Ponomaryov. Filmed live at the Kirov Theatre in Leningrad.
Who directed Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet)?
Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet) was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet)?
The principal cast of Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet) includes Tatyana Terekhova, Farouk Ruzimatov, Vladimir Ponomaryov, Alexander Brouskin, Alexander Lunyov.
When was Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet) released and how long is it?
Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet) was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet)?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Don Quixote (Kirov Ballet) was composed by Ludwig Minkus.