The Nutcracker (1968)
This historic performance from 1968 captures Rudolf Nureyev at the peak of his career. Nureyev's legendary performance makes this the definitive Nutcracker on video. Watch, and enjoy being transported with Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairies and the Nutcracker Prince into a world of fantasy!
Director: John Vernon
Genre: Fantasy, Romance
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: March 10, 1968
Cast
- Rudolf Nureyev - Herr Drosselmeyer/The Prince
- Merle Park - Clara
- Leslie Edwards - Dr. Stahlbaum
- Betty Kavanagh - Frau Stahlbaum
- Keith Martin - Fritz
- Ann Jenner - Louisa
- Gerd Larsen - Grandmother
- Stanley Holden - Grandfather
- Wayne Sleep - The Nutcracker
- Ronald Plaisted - The Rat King
Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Production: Covent Garden Productions, BBC, Royal Opera House
Country: United Kingdom
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
ballet
More Films by Director: John Vernon
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Nutcracker about?
- This historic performance from 1968 captures Rudolf Nureyev at the peak of his career. Nureyev's legendary performance makes this the definitive Nutcracker on video. Watch, and enjoy being transported with Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairies and the Nutcracker Prince into a world of fantasy!
- Who directed The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker was directed by John Vernon.
- Who stars in The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker stars Rudolf Nureyev, Merle Park, Leslie Edwards, Betty Kavanagh, Keith Martin, Ann Jenner.
- How long is The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker is a Fantasy, Romance film.
- Where was The Nutcracker produced?
- The Nutcracker was produced in United Kingdom.