This special collection brings together three acclaimed Royal Ballet performances of Tchaikovsky’s celebrated masterpieces. The tragic and gloriously romantic Swan Lake features compelling dancing from Marianela Nuñez and Thiago Soares, while an enchanting and visually striking The Sleeping Beauty, based on the classic 1946 production, showcases The Royal Ballet’s inimitable style and virtuosity. Finally, the enduring Christmas favourite The Nutcracker is at its most captivating in Peter Wright’s timeless production.

Extra features: Swan Lake: Illustrated synopsis, an Interview with Anthony Dowell, Four Swan Queens and a cast gallery.

Sleeping Beauty: Illustrated synopsis and a cast gallery.

The Nutcracker: Rehearsing at White Lodge, Peter Wright tells the story of The Nutcracker and a Cast gallery.

Running time: 7 hours 37 minutes approx

Subtitles: Bonus features only: Swan Lake/Sleeping Beauty: FR/DE/ES/IT

The Nutcracker: FR/DE/ES

Sound format: 2.0LPCM + 5.1(5.0) DTS

Artists

Marianela Núñez, Thiago Soares, Miyako Yoshida (The Sugar Plum Fairy), Ricardo Cervera/Steven McRae (Nephew/Nutcracker), Steven McRae (The Prince), Gary Avis (Drosselmeyer) & Iohna Loots (Clara), Alina Cojocaru, Elizabeth McGorian, Federico Bonelli & Christopher Saunders

Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Artists of the Royal Ballet, Valeriy Ovsyanikov, Koen Kessels