Matthew Bourne's Cinderella DVD

Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella is a thrilling and evocative love story told in dance. A reinterpretation of the classic fairy tale, it features heart-stopping choreography and vivid, truthful characters. Originally mounted in 1997 but recreated as a completely fresh production in 2017, this is one of New Adventures' most popular and beloved creations.

Set in London during the Second World War, the drama features Cinderella (Ashley Shaw) and a dashing young RAF pilot (Andrew Monaghan). Together just long enough to fall in love, they are parted by the horrors of the Blitz. Among the obstacles to their reunion is Cinderella’s sinister step-mother (Michela Meazza), while the ethereal Angel (Liam Mower) weaves his magic to protect our heroine.

Olivier Award-winning designer Lez Brotherston’s sumptuous costumes and sets provide a glorious backdrop to the dancing of a wonderful cast. Performed as part of the company’s 30th-anniversary celebrations, Matthew Bourne's Cinderella recreates on stage the sights and sounds of a war-torn London with the help of lighting designer Neil Austin and Duncan McLean’s video projections.

Extras: The Making of Cinderella (20 minutes) features interviews with cast members Ashley Shaw, Andrew Monaghan, Liam Mower and Michela Meazza as well as New Adventures’ founder, Matthew Bourne.

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Cast
Cinderella: Ashley Shaw
Harry, The Pilot: Andrew Monaghan
Sybil, The Stepmother: Michela Meazza
The Angel: Liam Mower

Picture: 16:9 
Region code: All Regions
Format: DVD
Subtitles: EN
Sound: 5.1 surround sound / 2.0 stereo
Duration: 132 mins
Year: 2017

Reviews

"A valentine to the power of love" LA Times

"A terrifically entertaining evening" The Times

"A perfect treat" Daily Telegraph

"British dance’s runaway success story" The Observer

Awards

Olivier Awards 1998: Winner - Outstanding Achievement in Dance (Lez Brotherston)

Olivier Awards 2011: Nominated - Best New Dance Production

Theatre Awards UK 2011 (formally The TMA Awards): Winner - Outstanding Achievement in Dance

National Dance Awards 2018: Nominated - Outstanding Female Modern Performance (Ashley Shaw)