Tchaikovsky: Nutcracker - San Francisco Ballet

Product Description This visually stunning, all-new production of Nutcracker, choreographed by Helgi Tomasson (artistic director of the San Francisco Ballet) is a graceful and timeless adventure on a grand scale. The scenic design by Michael Yeargan, setting the tale at the time of the 1915 San Francisco World Fair, is sensational. From the lovely Waltz of the Flowers to the crystalline beauty of the stunning Snowflake Waltz, each scene is more breathtaking than the last, bringing to life all the well known and beloved characters with fresh sparkle and compelling originality. Recorded in High Definition video and true surround sound, this age-transcending production offers a dazzling magical journey which has received critical acclaim throughout the world. Press Reviews "The opulent new version of the seasonal classic, launched spectacularly by the San Francisco Ballet, is every parent's dream of a holiday treat. It looks scrumptious, tastes delicious, offers substantial nourishment and won’t cause cavities." (San Francisco Examiner) "This sumptuous production of Nutcracker updates the scenario to San Francisco during the 1915 International Exposition. With ravishing sets, superb dancing and stunning sound, it is an absolute delight. " (BBC Music Magazine) Cast Damian Smith (Drosselmeyer) Elizabeth Powell (Clara Stahlbaum) Davit Karapetyan (Nutcracker) David Arce (King of the Mice) Yuan Yuan Tan (Queen of Snow) Vanessa Zahorian (Sugar Plum Fairy) San Francisco Ballet Orchestra; Martin West Production Company: San Francisco Ballet Choreographer: Helgi Tomasson Disc Information Catalogue Number: OA1002D Date of Performance: 2007 Running Time: 132 minutes Sound: DTS Surround 5.0; LPCM 2.0 Stereo Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Anamorphic Subtitles: FR, DE, ES, IT Label: Opus Arte Review The opulent new version of the seasonal classic, launched spectacularly by the San Francisco Ballet, is every parent s dream of a holiday treat. It looks scrumptious, tastes delicious, offers substantial nourishment and won t cause cavities. --San Francisco Examiner