L' enfant et les sortilèges

Synopsis

Jiři Kylián’s fantasy ballet about a naughty boy is set to an opera by Maurice Ravel, which the composer based on a libretto by Colette. Angry because he does not want to learn his lessons, the boy destroys his books and vandalises the room he is in. But his surroundings come to life, seeking revenge, and he finds himself in some tricky situations before the restoratio of normality. Lorin Maazel conducts the Orchestre National de Paris and a fine cast of young singers, and the enchanting scenery and costumes are by award-winning designer John MacFarlane. A short introduction by Kylián is included in this studio recording.

Additional Info

• No: R0206
• Composer: Maurice Ravel
• Conductor: Lorin Maazel
• Orchestra: Orchestre de L'opéra national de Paris
• Artists: Anthony Dowell (narrator)
• Production year: 1986
• Run time: 00:52:00
• Director: Choreography by Jiří Kylian
• Producers: Arthaus
• Format: HDTV