Sylvia (Royal Ballet)

Ross MacGibbon
2005-12-05

Ballet in three acts
9
117 min

Darcey Bussell and Roberto Bolle star in Frederick Ashton's Sylvia, restored to the splendour of its elegant and opulent three-act form for the 75th anniversary celebrations of The Royal Ballet. With origins in Greek mythology, Sylvia was loved by Aminta, abducted by Orion and eventually rescued by Eros. Recorded live at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden on 1st and 5th December 2005.

Cast

Name Character Team
Darcey Bussell Sylvia Unowned
Roberto Bolle Aminta Unowned
Thiago Soares Orion Unowned
Martin Harvey Eros Unowned
Mara Galeazzi Diana Unowned