50 Years On Their Toes

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50 Years On Their Toes

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This documentary goes behind the scenes of the Royal NZ Ballet's production of Romeo and Juliet, as the company turns 50 — a milestone it nearly didn't make. British choreographer Chris Hampson and his cast battle nerves and last minute injuries, as they prepare the ballet for opening night at Wellington's St James Theatre. Interviews include former dancers and and ex-artistic director Harry Haythorne, who faced a financial black hole in the 1980s. Meanwhile veteran dancer Jon Trimmer and his...

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Video

Date created

2003

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https://www.nzonscreen.com/title/50-years-on-their-toes-2003

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