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Empire of Dreams: The Bolshoi Ballet Video(VHS/DVD). This program relies on performance, archival footage, and behind-the-scenes film to provide an intimate portrait of the illustrious Bolshoi. We see how its stars have been indulged by Russian society. Film footage captures its new artistic director, Vladimir Vasilye, as he guides the group through various productions. Prima ballerinas Maya Plisetskaya, newcomer Nina Ananiaschvili, and others are shown working at the barre, in rehearsal, on tour, and performing excerpts from famous ballets. This is a probing look at a world-renowned cultural treasure. (58 minutes)
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