Matthew Bourne s Swan Lake Blu ray [Blu-ray]

Product Description

After causing an immediate sensation when it premiered at Sadler s Wells in 1995, Matthew Bourne s Swan Lake returns with a fresh look for the 21st century. Still retaining the iconic elements of the original production loved by millions around the world, award-winning designers, Lez Brotherston and Paule Constable, alongside Bourne, have created an exciting re-imagining of the classic production. Thrilling, audacious, witty and emotive, this Swan Lake is perhaps still best known for replacing the female corps-de-ballet with a menacing male ensemble, which shattered conventions, turned tradition upside down and took the dance world by storm. Liam Mower s prince is a heart-stopping tragic hero trapped in a joyless royal routine when he stumbles across a moonlit flock of swans, which leads to a dangerous and romantic duet with the lead dancer, Will Bozier. Collecting over thirty international accolades, including an Olivier Award in the UK and three Tonys on Broadway, Matthew Bourne s powerful interpretation of Tchaikovsky s masterpiece is a passionate and contemporary Swan Lake for our times. The Blu-ray includes the new film The Making of Swan Lake featuring interviews with present cast members, Will Bozier and Liam Mower; original Swan/Stranger from 1995, Adam Cooper; Associate Artistic Director, Etta Murfitt; and Matthew Bourne himself.

Review

As bold and as beautiful as ever –Daily Telegraph

The show that changed the dance landscape forever –Observer