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Choreographer: Lev Ivanov
Rambert premiere: 1 Mar 1959, Ballet Rambert
Work note: In this feature film, Ballet Rambert supported ballerina Gillian Lynne in 'Swan Lake' Act II. The company was billed as The National Ballet, both in the opening credits and in the film's story. Directed by Lance Comfort, the film was produced by Jack Hylton Film Productions. The working title was 'Look Before You Laugh'. The premiere date given here is the UK release date.
Source: J. Pritchard. 'Rambert: A Celebration' (London: Rambert Dance Company, 1996)
Archive catalogue: WORK/0171