Napoli: The Royal Danish Ballet

Jan 1, 1986

1h 37m

★ 0.0

Ballet in three acts by August Bornonville

Overview

Choreographer August Bournonville's stirring movements are brilliantly showcased in this Royal Danish Ballet version of one of his finest works, inspired by a visit to vibrant Naples, Italy. The fairy-tale story follows passionate young fisherman Gennaro (Arne Villumsen), who searches for his beloved Teresina (Linda Hindberg) when she disappears during a storm. Vivid set designs and bright costumes add to the production's exuberance.

Genres

Music

Romance

Production Companies

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Cast

Teresina, Veronica's Daughter

Linda Hindberg

Gennaro, A Young Fisherman

Arne Villumsen

Veronica, A Widow

Mona Jensen

Fra Ambrosio

Tommy Frishøj

Giacomo, A Macaroni Seller

Fredbjørn Bjørnsson

Peppo, A Lemonade Seller

Flemming Ryberg

Giovanina

Annemarie Dybdal

Pascarillo, A Street Singer

Michael Bastian

A Drummer

Aage Poulsen

Carlino, A Puppeteer

Thomas Berentzen

Golfo, A Demon of the Sea

Palle Jacobsen

Coralla, A Naiad / Pas de six / Tarantella

Marianne Rindholt

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