Minkus - Don Quixote [DVD]

The ballet Don Quixote is based on Miguel de Cervantes' epic novel of the same name. Often regarded as the first modern novel, Cervantes' epic regales the chivalrous adventures of the eccentric nobleman Don Quixote and his faithful squire Sancho Panza. The ballet focuses on one of their adventures, where they help to bring a vivacious young couple, Kitri and Basilio, together. This energetic work, originally choreographed in the 19th century by Marius Petipa, is enlivened by Ludwig Minkus' spirited score. Don Quixote is a wonderful showcase for the virtuosity of The Royal Ballet's Principal dancers, with its joyous ensemble dances and bravura solo roles. Created for The Royal Ballet a decade ago, Carlos Acosta's exuberant production brings the sunshine and charm of Spain to the Main Stage with Tim Hatley's characterful designs.

Opening

Prologue

Act 1

Introduction

Entrance Of Kitri

Kitri And Basilio

Moreno

Scene: Lorenzo, Kitri And Basilio

Entrance Of Gamache

Seguidilla

Entrance Of The Toreadors, Street Dancer And Espada

Dance Of The Toreadors, Espada And Street Dancer

Scene Of The Toreadors

Street Dancer's "Goblet" Variation

Coda: Toreadors, Espada And Street Dancer

Entrance Of Don Quixote And Sancho Panza

Sancho And The Maidens

Dance Of The Flower-sellers

Pas D'Action And Minuet: Don Quixote And Kitri

Variation: Basilio And The Flower-sellers

Kitri's "Castanets" Variation

Coda: Flower-sellers And Espada

Act 2

Introduction

Scene

Gypsy Dance

Duet For Two Gypsies

Scene: Entrance Of Don Quixote

Puppet Play And Madness Of Don Quixote

Don Quixote's Dream

Allegretto

Variation: Queen Of The Dryads ("Souvenir Du Bal")

Variation: Amor

Variation: Kitri As Dulcinea

Coda - Don Quixote's Awakening

Act 3

Introduction - Entrance Of Kitri And Basilio

Variation: Espada

Oriental Dance

Dance Of Mercedes

Scene: Entrance Of Lorenzo And Gamache - Basilio's "Suicide" - Coda

Act 4

March

Fandango

Classical Variation I

Classical Variation II

Grand Pas De Deux For Kitri And Basilio: Entrée

Variation: Kitri's Friend

Variation: Basilio

Variation: Kitri ("The Fan")

Variation: Basilio

Variation: Kitri (Fouettés)

Coda: Basilio And Kitri

Finale: Don Quixote's Farewell

Curtain Calls

• Genre: Ballet
• Product Type: DVD
• Barcode: 809478013204
• Release Date: January 24, 2025

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