A tale of the French Revolution, The Flames of Paris belongs to the pearls of the pure classics of classical dance. This world premiere recording of the production from choreographer Alexei Ratmansky (after Vasily Vaynonenon) and the Bolshoi Ballet, features the standout soloists Natalia Osipova and Ivan Vasiliev. Although set in revolutionary France, The Flames of Paris was intended to serve as an allegory for contemporary events in the Soviet Union. The ballet premiered in 1932 on the anniversary of the October Revolution, and one of its main characters was the population - revolutionary in mood and ready for action. Not surprisingly, The Flames of Paris was quickly included in the ranks of works which were always presented for major anniversaries.The choreographer Alexei Ratmansky has attempted to make maximum use of the preserved fragments of Vasily Vainonen in his new ballet.
Carlos Acosta's first venture directing one of ballet's 19th century classics was eagerly anticipated, as was his own starring role in the production (as Basilio), opposite the Argentinian Royal Ballet principal Marianella Nuñez (Kitri).
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Official Trailer: THE FLAMES OF PARIS
The fiery Flames of Paris unleashes the passion and full energy of the Bolshoi Ballet live in cinemas March 4th! Don't miss Alexei Ratmansky's revival of the ...
THE FLAMES OF PARIS - Bolshoi Ballet in Cinema (Official trailer)
Very few ballets can properly depict the Bolshoi's overflowing energy and fiery passion as can Alexei Ratmansky's captivating revival of Vasily Vainonen's The ...
The Flames of Paris character dances
Fragments of character dances choreographed by Vasily Vainonen on the music by Boris Asafiev. This clip is made on the basis of the well known movie ...
Bolshoi Ballet: The Flames of Paris
Very few ballets can properly depict the Bolshoi's overflowing energy and fiery passion as can Alexei Ratmansky's captivating revival of Vasily Vainonen's The ...
Revolutionary Songs in "The Flames of Paris"
Boris Asafiev the composer of the ballet "The Flames of Paris" (chor. V. Vainonen) said that he composed a "musical and historical novel" using a large musical ...
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