Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score combines with the magical choreography inspired by Lev Ivanov in an atmosphere of fantasy and the supernatural. Hoffmann’s Christmas story unfolds with breathtaking splendour and beauty in the most festive and enduring of all ballets. The Royal Ballet, whose Director, Sir Anthony Dowell, plays Drosselmeyer, is joined by the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House.

Anthony Dowell, Alina Cojocaru, Ivan Putrov, Miyako Yoshida, Jonathan Cope
The Orchestra of the Royal Opera House / Evgenii Svetlanov

TV Director: Ross MacGibbon

Plus


THE TRANSFORMATION REVEALED - Behind-the-scenes secrets of the spectacular Christmas tree scene
Producer Sir Peter Wright on the production and Sir Anthony Dowell on the role of Herr Drosselmeyer
Fixed wide shots of the Snowflakes and Transformation scenes
24 page illustrated booklet with synopsis in English, French and German


Reviews
‘… gorgeously staged Nutcracker.’
Saturday Review, The Guardian

‘…fabulously entertaining. …a deliciously mysterious Herr Drosselmeyer played by Dowell. I plan on returning to this ‘Nutcracker’ many, many times. ’
San Francisco Chronicle

‘Peter Wright’s traditional production of The Nutcracker is lovely Christmas stuff, with lots of tutus and tiaras.’
The Mail on Sunday

‘Now you don’t have to leave the comfort of your armchair to enjoy one of the most magical productions of recent years whenever you wish – in pin-sharp widescreen with CD-quality Dolby Digital surround sound. …Needless to say, the dancers are top class, the costumes exquisite, the music delightful and the sets as sumptuous as a wedding cake. Enjoy the best that ballet has to offer from the best seat in the house – your own.’
HMV Choice


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CAT NO: OA 0828 D
FORMAT: PAL
REGIONS: All Regions
PICTURE FORMAT: 16:9
LENGTH: 133 MINS
SOUND: DOLBY SURROUND / LPCM STEREO
SUBTITLES: FR/DE
RELEASED: 01/10/2001
NO OF DISCS: 1