Tchaikovsky’s much-loved music is matched to a story of magic on Christmas Eve, and the journey of Clara and her Nutcracker to the Land of Sweets brings with it some of the most familiar of all ballet moments. Peter Wright’s gorgeous production for The Royal Ballet keeps true to the spirit of this Russian ballet classic, and the many solo roles and ensembles show the world-class skills of the Company at its best.
The movie-documentary "Elza Infinita" follows the journey of singer Elza Soares. Its starting point is the musical Elza and the artists who were part of the cast, as they talk about Elza’s life and their own personal experiences.
Punk is not dead! Anyone who doesn't believe that punk is still alive and kicking in our times should check out the Stranglers' performance at Ground Control. The band released their 18th studio album Dark Matters in 2022. Dark Matters - an ode to darkness? The work was partly written with keyboardist Dave Greenfield, who died of Covid-19 in 2020. But even though it deals with themes such as grief, old age and politics, there is no need to fear gloomy music - on the contrary! The record captivates with the synth sounds and arpeggios typical of the Stranglers, which contributed to the success of their 1981 hit "Golden Brown" from the album La Folie. Their punk attitude is also still present. It is characteristic of the formation, which has been active from its beginnings in London pubs in 1974 to the current line-up with Jean-Jacques Burnel, Baz Warne and Jim Macauley.
Have you ever heard that George Harrison's grandmother was from the village of Sandalj, near Valjevo? Do you know that the members of the Beatles left an indelible mark in the memory of the citizens of Valjevo? That the details of the stay of the Liverpool's "Beetles" in Valjevo and its surroundings are still being recounted? Do you know that the acorn of peace is a joint idea of John Lennon and Josip Broz Tito, created under the monument of Stevan Filipović? That "Ob-la-di, Ob-la-da" is just a cover of a traditional Roma song? That the memory of good banter lives on in Valjevo? Beatlemania is not over!
Happy Around! 1st LIVE Happiness to all♪ (Happy Around! 1st LIVE みんなにハピあれ♪ Happy Around! 1st LIVE Minna ni Hapī Are♪?)[1] was Happy Around!'s first solo live concert.
"Blackalachia" is Moses Sumney's feature-length directorial debut. Shot over two days in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, the performance film features songs from Sumney’s albums græ and Aromanticism.
Set over three days, Goody Goody Gumdrops is an absurd, comic observational musical documentary cum live album launch for Tropical Fuck Storm’s new album Deep States. Situated deep in Central Victoria on the banks of the Goulburn River at TFS HQ, we follow the band as they prepare for a rock show in their barn. Referencing the feel of the Australian Western and Australian Gothic (see Wake in Fright, The Cars That Ate Paris and Picnic at Hanging Rock) we travel with the band through their abject, weird and beautiful space. The weekend starts as the band welcomes you into their studio/cocktail lounge and teach you how to make their signature drink, The Tropical Fuck Fizz, then entertain you, Rat Pack style.
The set features songs from the Song Machine project, along with some revered classics from the group’s back catalogue. The full Gorillaz live band, plus a choice selection of featured artists, showcasing their first live performance since 2018. This special presentation also features a pre-show programme and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage.
This is the first documentary about the singer Marijonas Mikutavičius. Marijonas Mikutavičius, who is celebrating his fiftieth birthday this year, has been on stage since he was 18 and his song "Trys milijonai (Three millions)" has been called Lithuania's second national anthem. In the film, director Eimantas Belickas allows the viewer to be with Marijonas in his intimate surroundings, without the mask. As one of the country's most popular singers, Marijonas is a man, a father, a Lithuanian citizen, just like many of us. The viewer can see this clearly in the film, but at the same time it becomes clear that creativity makes the singer a unique personality.
As per tradition, the 2021/22 season opened in December at La Scala in Milan, this time with a new production of Giuseppe Verdi's 'Macbeth' directed by Davide Livermore and conducted by Riccardo Chailly. Verdi's Shakespeare drama features a star-studded cast: Anna Netrebko and Luca Salsi embody the regicide Macbeth and his lady.
Punk Rock Holiday documentary, 'The Beast From Soča River', gives an exclusive insight into the festival’s first decade. All its ups and downs and everything in between, that made Punk Rock Holiday into what it is today - one of the wildest & most unique festivals in Europe. The documentary takes you on a journey of Punk Rock music, stage dives, skateboarding and endless adventures on the Soča River. Fletcher from Pennywise simply called it “The best festival in the world,” so who are we to disagree? Get your Melonball and popcorn ready and just enjoy the ride!
A Very Boy Band Holiday is an American television special, which aired on ABC on December 6, 2021. The program featured musical performances of holiday songs by people from the boy band groups: NSYNC (Joey Fatone, Chris Kirkpatrick, Lance Bass), Boyz II Men (Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman), New Edition (Bobby Brown, Michael Bivins), New Kids on the Block (Joey McIntyre), O-Town (Erik-Michael Estrada) and 98 Degrees (Nick Lachey, Drew Lachey, Jeff Timmons, Justin Jeffre).
The "Carnival of the Animals" is Camille Saint-Saëns' best-known piece. Saint-Saëns did not want it to be published. On the 100th anniversary of the composer's death in December 2021, the documentary reports on the circumstances under which the piece of music was created, tells of Saint-Saëns' life and how the "Carnival of the Animals" ultimately became an evergreen in the music world.
At the height of his fame, the French composer Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921) decides to leave Paris without warning. The public becomes concerned and the press investigates. A portrait of an extraordinary musician, whose personality is as surprising as his work.