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Choreography By Balanchine / Chaconne, Prodigal Son, Ballo Della Regina, Elegie, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux
Choreography By Balanchine / Chaconne Prodigal Son Ballo Della Regina Elegie The Steadfast Tin Soldier Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux
Actors: New York City Ballet, George Balanchine, Suzanne Farrell
Genres: Music Video & Concerts, Special Interests, Educational, Musicals & Performing Arts
NR     2004     1hr 50min


     
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Actors: New York City Ballet, George Balanchine, Suzanne Farrell
Genres: Music Video & Concerts, Special Interests, Educational, Musicals & Performing Arts
Sub-Genres: Music Video & Concerts, Dance, Educational, Classical, Ballet & Dance
Studio: Nonesuch
Format: DVD
DVD Release Date: 06/08/2004
Theatrical Release Date: 01/01/1979
Release Year: 2004
Run Time: 1hr 50min
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaDVD Credits: 1
Total Copies: 0
Members Wishing: 2
Edition: Classical
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Languages: English
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