Details

Through a lonely childhood Princess Sakura mourns her brother's death and the slow disintegration of her father the Emperor, whose wicked new wife takes control of his kingdom. Presented with four powerful and wealthy suitors, Sakura's memories of the true love she felt for her brother gives her courage to reject them. Determined not to follow her stepmother's bidding, when a fifth suitor arrives - a scaly Salamander, both fascinating and repellent - Sakura throws herself on his mercy. After a long and dangerous journey through earth, air, fire and water, they arrive at the Salamander's kingdom, but Sakura's adventure has only just begun. Running time - 2hr 50min

Cast/Performers

Darcey Bussell, Jonathan Cope

Creatives/Company

Music: Benjamin Britten
Choreographer: Kenneth MacMillan
Design: Nicholas Georgiadis
Lighting: John B Read
Company: Royal Ballet

The Prince of the Pagodas

The Prince of the Pagodas (Dance or ballet) production archive for QTIX code T0912387280. Details of all The Prince of the Pagodas archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S884

Archive Listings

7 Nov 96
to
2 Dec 96

Royal Opera House
West End, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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