Opera, ballet for int'l digital cinema debut

April 01, 2008 Opera and ballet are set to become fixtures on cinema screens across the U.K., Ireland, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Benelux and the Nordic territories following a wide-ranging digital distribution deal. Shot in High Definition, the screenings will be a mix of both pre-recorded and live events, projected in digital cinema, with 5.1 surround sound, Arts Alliance Media said Tuesday. The debut screenings will include the first cinematic performances of ballet with The Royal Ballet's award-winning production of Frederick Ashton's "Sylvia" with Darcey Bussell in the title role, and The Royal Opera's production of "Le Nozze Di Figaro," directed by David McVicar.

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