Details
The classic fairy tale. Prokofiev's music was written during the Blitz. Cinderella's life with her cruel stepmother and stepsisters is one of drudgery and hardship until the evening of an extravagant party at the palace. With the help of her Fairy Godmother, she's the centre of attention when she arrives at the ball in a magical coach, wearing a gorgeous gown. Running time: 2hrs 35mins with 2 intervals
Cast/Performers
Marianela Nunez,
Thiago Soares,
Sarah Lamb,
Nehemiah Kish,
Alina Cojocaru,
Rupert Pennefather,
Yuhui Choe,
Sergie Polunin,
Tamara Rojo,
David MakhateliCreatives/Company
Music:
ProkofievProducer:
Royal BalletChoreographer(s):
Frederick Ashton,
Wendy Ellis Somes (this production)
Design:
Toer van SchaykCostume:
Christine HaworthLighting:
Mark JonathanOther:
Christopher Carr (staging)