
Rhapsody
Rhapsody
Rhapsody was created in 1980 and is one of Frederick Ashton’s final works – a virtuoso conclusion to his series of non-narrative ballets. It was created for acclaimed Russian dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov, who requested the Ashton commission and whose personality is at the heart of the work. The male Principal role is characterised by exceptionally fluent leaps, turns and lightness of movement. It is twinned with the strength and grace of the ballerina, a role created on the pure, fleet-footed style of former Royal Ballet Principal Lesley Collier. The ballet is set to Sergei Rachmaninoff’s well-known Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, which moves from stormy passages to calmer interludes. The premiere of Rhapsody was given at the Royal Opera House in honour of Ashton’s close friend Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, on the occasion of her 80th birthday.
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- Released
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- Language
- EN
Top billed cast
Release dates
United KingdomGB
- PhysicalU26 Jan 2016
Frequently asked questions
- When was Rhapsody released?
- Rhapsody was released on 26 January 2016.
- Where can I watch Rhapsody online?
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- Is there a Hindi trailer for Rhapsody?
- No verified Hindi trailer for Rhapsody is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of Rhapsody?
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- How long is Rhapsody?
- Rhapsody runs for 33m.














