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Checkmate (1982)/The Rake's Progress [DVD]
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Checkmate (1982)/The Rake's Progress (1982)

  
Format:  Checkmate (1982)/The Rake's Progress DVD 
 
 
First, Ninette de Valois' unusual and visually dynamic one-act ballet "Checkmate" is performed by the Sadler's Wells Royal Ballet. Features music by Sir Arthur Bliss. Next, the rise (and eventual fall) of a notorious wastrel is the theme of "The Rake's Progress," choreographed by Ninette de Valois and also performed by Sadler's Wells. 90 min. total. Soundtrack: English.
 
SKU: D91505
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Concerts and Performing Arts
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Format: 
Double Feature
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