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Swan Lake (1996)

1996-01-01 · 1h 58m · EN
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Olivier Award-winning production featuring the original cast

Contemporary dance company Adventures In Motion Pictures' triumphant modern re-interpretation of Swan Lake, with its cast of male swans, has turned tradition upside down and has taken the ballet fraternity by storm. Never has such a contemporary re-working of a traditional ballet thrilled both ardent critics and modern dance enthusiasts in such equal measure. Originally broadcast on the PBS series "Great Performances" (season 26, episode 15).

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Peter MumfordDirector

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Top billed cast

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Adam CooperAdam CooperThe Swan / The StrangerScott AmblerScott AmblerThe PrinceFiona ChadwickFiona ChadwickThe QueenBarry AtkinsonBarry AtkinsonThe Press SecretaryEmily PiercyEmily PiercyThe GirlfriendAndrew WalkinshawAndrew WalkinshawThe Young Prince

Keywords

BalletSwan lakeBallet performanceContemporary dance

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Genre affinityMusicTheme affinityBallet · Swan Lake · Ballet PerformanceDirector preference401898Actor preference588234 · 700360 · 459001Country preferenceGbDecade preference1990

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Frequently asked questions about Swan Lake

What is Swan Lake about?

Contemporary dance company Adventures In Motion Pictures' triumphant modern re-interpretation of Swan Lake, with its cast of male swans, has turned tradition upside down and has taken the ballet fraternity by storm. Never has such a contemporary re-working of a traditional ballet thrilled both ardent critics and modern dance enthusiasts in such equal measure. Originally broadcast on the PBS series "Great Performances" (season 26, episode 15).

How long is Swan Lake?

Swan Lake has a runtime of 118 minutes.