northern ballet presents

Merlin

Name: Merlin
Uploaded: 2023-12-01T14:31:00.576Z
Duration: 1 h 47 min 32 s

Ballet108 min2022PG

Get lost in the spellbinding tale of the legendary sorcerer, Merlin, in Northern Ballet's spectacular new production. Olivier Award-winning choreographer Drew McOnie (Broadway’s King Kong and Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom) has transformed the famous Arthurian legend into a spectacular new family-friendly ballet. Set to an enchanting original score written by Grant Olding, the story of Merlin comes spectacularly to life. Enchanting performances, unrivaled storytelling, and a magnificent fire-breathing dragon come together to create a dazzling production bursting with magic.

Dance Ballet Contemporary

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“Northern Ballet Artistic Director David Nixon created this ambitious full-length work to showcase the company's blend of classical dance technique and cinematic theatricality, charting Merlin's journey from untrained youth to powerful protector. To capture the mythic nature of the Arthurian legend, the production incorporated real theatrical illusions designed by magic consultant Chris Fisher, with dancers executing levitations and disappearances seamlessly within the choreography.”
— Marquee TV Content Curator

Merlin

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