Discover the brilliance of the iconic John Neumeier in this captivating double feature. The Glass Menagerie, inspired by Tennessee Williams’s poignant drama, showcases Neumeier’s extraordinary talent for storytelling through movement. At the centre of this production is renowned ballet dancer Alina Cojocaru, who inspired John Neumeier to create the piece. Together with the acclaimed Hamburg Ballet, she delivers a performance that dances on the heartstrings and lingers in the soul.

Complementing this masterpiece is John Neumeier - A Life for Dance, Andreas Morell’s intimate documentary that offers a glimpse into the passion and vision of one of the greatest choreographers of our time. This edition is a must-have for dance enthusiasts and lovers of profound artistic expression.

Music by Charles Ives, Philip Glass, Ned Rorem and fragments of music mentioned in Tennessee Williams’s works

Cast:
- Laura Rose Wingfield: Alina Cojocaru
- Tom Wingfield: Alessandro Frola
- Amanda Wingfield: Patricia Friza
- Tennessee: Edvin Revazov
- Jim O'Connor: Christopher Evans
- The Unicorn: David Rodriguez
- Malvolio: Marc Jubete

Recording date: Hamburg State Opera, May 2024
Sound format: PCM Stereo, DTS-HD MA 5.1
Picture: 1080i, 16:9
Booklet: English, German, French
Bonus film: John Neumeier - A Life for Dance
Subtitles: English, German, Korean, Japanese
Total running time: 184 mins (Ballet: 131’ / Doc: 53’)