The Wayward Daughter Screening at Drill Hall
The Royal Ballet's first live broadcast of the season features LA FILLE MAL GARDÉE – The Wayward Daughter, screening at the Drill Hall Chepstow on Sunday, 9 November, at 2 pm.
Overview of the Ballet
This ballet is an engaging choice for all ages, especially suitable as an introduction to ballet for children during a Sunday afternoon. It presents a light-hearted, simple story filled with humor, visual gags, and charming animal appearances, including a Shetland pony.
Production Details
- Created by Sir Frederick Ashton, the Royal Ballet's founding choreographer.
- Features a combination of comedic scenes and energetic dance sequences.
- Showcases inventive and technically demanding choreography set in an idyllic countryside village.
Storyline
Lise, the wayward daughter, and Colas, a young farmer, are in love. However, her mother, Widow Simone, hopes she marries Alain, the son of a vineyard owner. Despite her mother's wishes, love prevails.
Cast and Audience
Starring Francesca Hayward and Marcelino Sambé, whose performances received rave reviews as a "dynamite" pairing. The screening offers the best viewing experience, with discounted tickets available for under-16s.
The ballet is a delightful, humorous, and visually vibrant presentation of love and countryside celebration, perfect as an engaging introduction to ballet for children and families.
Авторское резюме: Эта постановка — яркое, веселое и красочное введение в балет, которое понравится всей семье и славится своей живой хореографией и очаровательными персонажами.