David Bintley's Aladdin by the National Ballet of Japan on OperaVision from 20 September 2024
The New National Theatre Tokyo (NNTT) is delighted to announce the streaming of David Bintley's Aladdin performed by the National Ballet of Japan. The performance, staged on 23 June 2024, will be available on OperaVision and NNTT Stream starting from 20 September at 19:00 CET / 21 September at 2:00 JST. Viewers can enjoy the stream for 6 months, along with a bonus video of the performance.
As one of the project partners of OperaVision - a world-leading digital platform for streamings of opera, operetta, musical theatre, dance, ballet and concerts, we look forward to presenting the National Ballet of Japan's performance to theatre lovers across the globe!
Details
Ballet "David Bintley's Aladdin"
David Bintley's Aladdin is a full-length ballet choreographed by former Artistic Director Sir David Bintley for the National Ballet of Japan, New National Theatre Tokyo in 2008. Since its premiere, this production has been beloved by audiences. Seamlessly blending entertainment and artistry, this acclaimed work has been performed by esteemed companies such as the Birmingham Royal Ballet and the Houston Ballet, earning international recognition as one of David Bintley's signature pieces. In addition to the intricate choreography, highlights include Carl Davis's accessible music and the enchanting scenes including the flying carpet and the emergence of the Djinn from the lamp. While it is widely recognized in Japan as an Arabian story, the tale of Aladdin in 'Arabian Nights' is set in China. This production depicts Aladdin as a Chinese descendant in Old Arabia and beautifully incorporates Chinese elements including Lion and Dragon dances with Arabian settings. Audiences can revel in the grand ballet experience with diverse, character-rich dances, including the Pas de deux of Aladdin and the Princess, the divertissements of jewels in the cave scene, and the energetic performances of Djinn and his entourage.
Viewing Period: 20 September, 19:00 CET / 21 September, 2:00 JST - 20 March, 12:00 CET / 20:00 JST
Recorded on 23 June 2024
Performed at Opera Palace, New National Theatre Tokyo
- Creative staff & Cast
Choreography by Sir David BINTLEY
Music by Carl DAVIS
Set Designer: Dick BIRD
Costume Designer: Sue BLANE
Lighting Designer: Mark JONATHAN
Aladdin: FUKUOKA Yudai
Princess Badr al-Budur: ONO Ayako
The Maghrib: NAKAYA Masahiro
The Djinn of the Lamp: WATANABE Takafumi
Aladdin's Mother : NAKADA Misato
Princess's Father, the Sultan: NAKAJIMA Shunya
Aladdin's Friends: KINOSHITA Yoshito, HARA Kenta
Onyx and Pearls: IINO Moeko, SOUTOME Haruka, HIROSE Aoi, ONODERA Yu, SANO Kazuki, UKA Hiroyuki
Gold and Silver: WATANABE Atau, ASAEDA Naoko, CHO Jaebum, SHIMIZU Yuzaburo
Sapphire: IKEDA Risako
Emeralds: HARADA Maiko, MASUDA Yuko, NAKAJIMA Mizuki
Rubies: KIMURA Yuri, IZAWA Shun
Diamond: OKUDA Kasumi
Conductor: Paul MURPHY
Orchestra: Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra
- Notes
Recording, sound recording, or taking screen shots of the video distribution is prohibited, as is the case with theatre performances. Unauthorized reproduction on video-sharing sites or social media is strictly prohibited.
Communication charges for viewing are subject to the viewer.
Review
Bachtrack ★★★★☆
Fukuoka portrays Aladdin with youthful energy and virtuoso dancing, and Ono's Princess is a courageous woman. Although she is royalty at whom commoners are not allowed to stare, she falls in love with Aladdin who throws her an apple. Their partnership is such a pleasure to watch, we can see their love glowing in the wedding pas de deux in the second act. Takafumi Watanabe shows off his soaring and floating leaps and fast multiple turns with a larger-than-life stage presence as The Djinn of the Lamp, a spirit with grace and charisma.
MORI Naomi, Bachtrack, June 2024