A Simple Man- Davis/ Northern Ballet DVD

A dramatic ballet by Gillian Lynne with music by Carl Davis.

Commissioned to celebrate the centenary of the birth of the painter L.S. Lowry in 1987, this BAFTA award-winning dramatic ballet celebrates the life and work of a unique artist.

Created by Gillian Lynne in collaboration with the composer Carl Davis this memorable production, filmed in 1987, is performed by the Northern Ballet Theatre, led by ex-Royal Ballet stars Christopher Gable and Moira Shearer. Remastered for DVD, with the addition of recent interviews with Lynne and Davis, it gives a fascinating insight into the creation of an inspirational work in the history of dance, which remains as fresh as ever.

Cast & Crew

Christopher Gable.
Moira Shearer.


Northern Ballet Theatre.
BBC Philharmonic Orchestra.
Conductor: Carl Davis.

Ballet by: Gillian Lynne.
Design: David Wilson.
Costumes: Tim Goodchild.
Make-up: Joyce Dean.

92 Minutes, Color, Region: All.