Nutcracker: Backstage with English National Ballet

Nutcracker: Backstage with English National Ballet (2024- )

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This Christmas, Sky Arts goes behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand new production of Nutcracker. Having performed a version of the festive ballet every year since it was founded, this year sees the Company take a fresh approach, and the pressure is on to wow audiences more than ever before.   

This new series, Nutcracker: Backstage with English National Ballet showcases what it takes to re-invent a globally renowned classic, seen through the eyes of all the key departments involved. Join the Company's own Artistic Director and Choreographer, Aaron S. Watkin, and Olivier Award-winning Choreographer, Arielle Smith, as well Designer, Dick Bird, the principal dancers, musicians, Music Director and costumiers as they unpack their craft and prepare to stage this iconic ballet. Two documentaries follow the meticulous preparations and the all-important rehearsals which build to the opening night. Audiences can then tune in to the full performance of Nutcracker, captured in all its magic at the London Coliseum.   

Network
Scheduleevery Monday at 20:00 (60 min)

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Episode 2
Season 1Episode 260 min

Episode 2

Following the meticulous preparations and rehearsals building to the opening night of English National Ballet's Nutcracker at the London Coliseum.

Dez. 16, 2024

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