Aram Khachaturian: Spartacus (Opus Arte DVD)

Spartacus is a gladiator who incites his fellow slaves to revolt against their Roman oppressors. Choreographed by László Seregi, this powerful and moving production provides a spectacular vehicle for the talents of The Australian Ballet. Featuring acclaimed artists Steven Heathcote, Lisa Pavane and Greg Horsman, this is an epic tale of love, courage and heroism. Filmed at the Arts Centre, Melbourne.

Steven Heathcote, Spartacus
Lisa Pavane, Flavia, his wife
Greg Horsman, Crassus, the Roman Commander
Adam Marchant, Gad, a Judean gladiator
Robert Marshall, Oenomaus, an African gladiator
Stephen Morgante, Crixus, a Thracian gladiator

State Orchestra Victoria / Ormsby Wilkins (conductor)

Recorded live at the Arts Centre, Melbourne, Australia (7 March 1990)

Reviews
‘The Australian Ballet production is a Roman epic with many spectacular elements.’ The Herald

CAT NO: OA F4017 D
FORMAT: All Formats
REGIONS: All Regions
PICTURE FORMAT: 4:3
LENGTH: 121 Mins
SOUND: STEREO
SUBTITLES: N/A
RELEASED: 01/09/2006
NO OF DISCS: 1