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Set in a peasant village in the French countryside, La Fille Mal Gardee is a delightful tale of the difficult path of young love. Widow Simone is determined to betroth her willful daughter Lise to the eccentric son of a rich farmer, but Lise and her love Colas conspire to thwart the widow's plans.
Filmed live at the Arts Centre, Melbourne, June 20, 1989.
"Comedy, pathos and lyricism unite in choreographic perfection to create one of the masterpieces in the 20th century ballet repertoire." - The Herald
Fiona Tonkin, Lise David McAlister, Colas Ray Powell, Widow Simone Stephen Morgante, Alain Roy Wilson, Farmer Thomas
THE AUSTRALIAN BALLET Composer: Ferdinand Herold arranged by John Lanchbery
The State Orchestra of Victoria (now known as Orchestra Victoria) Concertmaster: Anthony Conolan Conductor: Noel Smith
Choreography: Frederick Ashton, staged by Faith Worth Staged by: Faith Worth Scenario: Jean Dauberval Design: Osbert Lancaster Lighting: William Akers
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