Mayerling
Synopsis
Based on the true story of the death of Crown Prince Rudolf and his young mistress Mary Vetsera in 1889, Steven McRae and Sarah Lamb take on these challenging roles in a dark and intense ballet. Crown Prince Rudolf of Austria-Hungary is emotionally unstable and haunted by his obsession with death. He is forced to marry Princess Stephanie. Soon afterwards, his former lover, Marie Larisch, introduces him to a new mistress, Mary Vetsera, a young woman who shares his morbid fascination.
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Mayerling – Bedroom pas de deux (Sarah Lamb, Steven McRae; The Royal Ballet)
Type: Clip • Published 2018-11-01
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Steven McRae
Crown Prince Rudolf
Sarah Lamb
Mary Vetsera
Meaghan Grace Hinkis
Princess Stephanie
Gary Avis
Emperor Franz Josef
Kristen McNally
Empress Elisabeth
Laura Morera
Countess Marie Larsch
Elizabeth McGorian
Baroness Helene Vetsera
James Hay
Bratfisch
Mayara Magri
Mitzi Caspar
Nehemiah Kish
Colonel 'Bay' Middlenton
Catherine Carby
Katherina Schratt
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 23, 2019
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kevin O'Hare
- Screenplay & Story
- Kenneth MacMillan
- Original Score
- Franz Liszt
- Original Title
- Mayerling
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 24m
- Production Studios
- Royal Opera House
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin O'Hare
Kenneth MacMillan
Franz Liszt
Ross MacGibbon
Department Leadership Roster
Kenneth MacMillan
Writer
Nicholas Georgiadis
Costume Design
Ross MacGibbon
Director of Photography
Kevin O'Hare
Director
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What is Mayerling about?
Based on the true story of the death of Crown Prince Rudolf and his young mistress Mary Vetsera in 1889, Steven McRae and Sarah Lamb take on these challenging roles in a dark and intense ballet. Crown Prince Rudolf of Austria-Hungary is emotionally unstable and haunted by his obsession with death. He is forced to marry Princess Stephanie. Soon afterwards, his former lover, Marie Larisch, introduces him to a new mistress, Mary Vetsera, a young woman who shares his morbid fascination.
Who directed Mayerling?
Mayerling was directed by Kevin O'Hare.
Who stars in Mayerling?
The principal cast of Mayerling includes Steven McRae, Sarah Lamb, Meaghan Grace Hinkis, Gary Avis, Kristen McNally.
When was Mayerling released and how long is it?
Mayerling was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 2h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Mayerling?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mayerling was composed by Franz Liszt.