Napoli - Danish Royal Ballet DVD

The dramatic tradition of the remarkable dancer and choreographer, August Bournonville, is the keystone of the continuing excellence of the Royal Danish Ballet, and Napoli is his happiest masterpiece.

Persuaded by his friend Hans Christian Andersen to travel to Italy, Bournonville was inspired by his stay in Naples to create this romantic ballet, which tells the story of the young fisherman Gennaro and his beloved Teresina.

Starring: Arne Villumsen, Mona Jessen, Conductor: Peter Ernst Lassen, Choreographer: August Bournonville, Composer: August Bournonville.

DVD. 97 minutes. Color.