A Simple Man DVD is performed by the Northern Ballet Theatre and led by ex-Royal Ballet stars Christopher Gable and Moira Shearer. Re-mastered for DVD, with the addition of recent interviews with Lynne and Davis, it gives a fascinating insight into the creation of an inspirational icon in the history of modern dance, which remains as fresh as ever.
Commissioned to celebrate the centenary of the birth of the painter L. S. Lowry in 1987, this award-winning 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,
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A dramatic ballet by Gillian Lynn
Music: Carl Davis
L.S.Lowry: Christopher Gable
Mother: Moira Shearer
Northern Ballet Theatre
BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Conductor: Carl Davis
Design: David Wilson
Costumes: Tim Goodchild
Lighting: Robin Empsall
Make-up: Joyce Dean
Extras: Introduction by Albert Finney / Looking Back - Interview with Gillian Lynne and Carl Davis / Photo Gallery / Cast Gallery
Picture:4:3 Main feature / 16:9 Extras
Sounds: LPCM Stere / Dolby Stereo
Subtitles: EN/FR/DE/ES/IT
Running Time: 88 mins
Year: 1987