The Sleeping Beauty
Synopsis
The Sleeping Beauty unites Petipa's demanding but enchanting choreography with Tchaikovsky's wonderful score in one of the best-loved of all classical ballets. This recording of Anthony Dowell's 1994 production for The Royal Ballet, with designs by Maria Björnson, features an outstanding cast led by Viviana Durante as a radiant Princess Aurora. She is partnered by Zoltán Solymosi as Prince Florimund and Anthony Dowell himself is a glitteringly elegant embodiment of evil as the wicked fairy Carabosse. The Royal Ballet, exceptional as ever, is accompanied by the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, deftly conducted by Barry Wordsworth.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 6, 1994
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Score
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Vasko Vassilev
- Original Title
- The Sleeping Beauty
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Vasko Vassilev
Anthony Dowell
Department Leadership Roster
Anthony Dowell
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Sleeping Beauty.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sleeping Beauty
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Sleeping Beauty about?
The Sleeping Beauty unites Petipa's demanding but enchanting choreography with Tchaikovsky's wonderful score in one of the best-loved of all classical ballets. This recording of Anthony Dowell's 1994 production for The Royal Ballet, with designs by Maria Björnson, features an outstanding cast led by Viviana Durante as a radiant Princess Aurora. She is partnered by Zoltán Solymosi as Prince Florimund and Anthony Dowell himself is a glitteringly elegant embodiment of evil as the wicked fairy Carabosse. The Royal Ballet, exceptional as ever, is accompanied by the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, deftly conducted by Barry Wordsworth.
Who directed The Sleeping Beauty?
The Sleeping Beauty was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in The Sleeping Beauty?
The principal cast of The Sleeping Beauty includes Viviana Durante, Zoltan Solymosi, Anthony Dowell, Benazir Hussain, William Tuckett.
When was The Sleeping Beauty released and how long is it?
The Sleeping Beauty was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 2h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sleeping Beauty?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sleeping Beauty was composed by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Vasko Vassilev.