Большой балет: Пиковая дама/Пассакалья

This film presents two significant ballet performances: "Pique Dame" and "Passacaglia." "Pique Dame," inspired by Alexander Pushkin and set to Tchaikovsky's music, delves into themes of fate and desire. "Passacaglia," set to music by Anton Webern, features the choreography of Roland Petit, highlighting the emotional depth of the dance.

Recorded live at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow on May 19, 2005, this film offers an authentic experience of a celebrated ballet performance. The top cast includes Nikolay Tsiskaridze and Ilse Liepa, both of whom are prominent figures in the ballet world. Collectors of music and dance films will appreciate the unique presentation of these classic pieces that blend literature and music with stunning choreography.