A studio recording of the renowned Netherlands Dance Theatre’s interpretation of Stravinsky’s Les Noces (Svadebka). Choreographed by Jiri Kylian, the piece pictures the ceremony of a traditonal Russian country wedding through a fusion of ballet with some contemporary influences. The dance engages with the rapid pace and intricate rhythms of Stravinsky’s score in a spirited evocation of the mystery of marriage, both its beauty and apprehension, particularly for the bride to be.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
316555
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Netherlands
Music & Performing Arts → Ballet
Music & Performing Arts → Ballet companies
Music & Performing Arts → Choreography
Music & Performing Arts → Dance companies
Music & Performing Arts → Dancers
Music & Performing Arts → Dancing
Music & Performing Arts → Folk dancing, Russian
Music & Performing Arts → Nederlands Dans Theater
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)