Overview
Frederick Ashton's La Fille mal gardée (The Wayward Daughter) is one of the choreographer's most joyous and colourful creations. Inspired by his love for the Suffolk countryside, the ballet is set on a farm and tells a story of love between Lise, the daughter of Widow Simone, and Colas, a young farm...
Cast
Natalia Osipova
Lise
Steven McRae
Colas
Paul Kay
Alain
Christopher Saunders
Thomas
Philip Mosley
Widow Simone
Michael Stojko
Cockerel
Francesca Hayward
Hen
Leticia Stock
Hen
Gemma Pitchley-Gale
Hen
Meaghan Grace Hinkis
Hen
Introduction
In this latest movie review, we dive deep into La Fille Mal Gardée (The Royal Ballet) (2015), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.
Frederick Ashton's La Fille mal gardée (The Wayward Daughter) is one of the choreographer's most joyous and colourful creations. Inspired by his love for the Suffolk countryside, the ballet is set on a farm and tells a story of love between Lise, the daughter of Widow Simone, and Colas, a young farmer. It contains some of Ashton's most stunning choreography, most strikingly in the series of energetic pas de deux that express the youthful passion of the young lovers, performed here by Natalia Osipova and Steven McRae. The ballet is laced with exuberant good humour, and elements of national folk dance, from dancing chickens and a maypole dance to a Lancashire clog dance for Widow Simone, performed by Philip Mosley.
🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning
Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of La Fille Mal Gardée (The Royal Ballet). The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.
🏆 Final Verdict
5 / 5 Stars
A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.
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