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In a stunning departure from tradition, Graeme Murphy transforms Nutcracker into a production which is uniquely Australian.
The ballet is the story of Clara, once a famous Russian ballerina, who first came to Australia in the 1940s. It chronicles her turbulent, nomadic life; and is a moving tribute to all of the dedicated artists who forged the ballet tradition Australia.
Recorded live at the Arts Centre, Melbourne, Australia, 22 September 1994.
"sheer theatrical magic." - The Sydney Morning Herald
"Tchaikovsky's score has at last received a production worthy of its passion and sparkle... The splendid result is shaped with grace and intelligence and loaded with drama, pathos and wit." - The Age
Vicki Attard, Clara, The Ballerina Margaret Scott, Clara, The Elder Siobhan Elsmann, Clara, The Child Steven Heathcote, Doctor/Beloved Officer David Mcallister, 'Nutcracker' Prince
THE AUSTRALIAN BALLET Choreography: Greame Murchy Concept: Greame Murphy and Kristian Fredrikson (after E.T.A. Hoffman)
Music: Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
State Orchestra of Victoria (now known as Orchestra Victoria) Concertmaster: Robert John Conductor: Noel Smith
Scenery & Costume Design: Kristian Fredrikson Lighting Design: John Drummond Montgomery Film Collage: Philippe Charluet Executive Producer: Peter Butler Produced and Directed by: Virginia Lumsden Associate Director: Graeme Murphy Sound Producer: Trevor Wellby
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