Stories from a Flying Trunk

"After "The Tales of Beatrix Potter" comes…"

A magical blend of choreography, stop-motion and live action, Stories from a Flying Trunk captures the enchantment of three classic stories from Hans Christian Andersen. Conceived, written and directed by Oscar nominated Christine Edzard and featuring the dancers of the Royal Ballet, choreographed by Frederick Ashton. The Kitchen contains household objects which come to life and hold an animated conversation. The Little Match Girl updates Andersen's heart-rending tale to London's East End in the late seventies. Little Ida is an inspired celebration of dance featuring members of the Royal Ballet.

Director: Christine Edzard

Cast

Murray Melvin

Hans Christian Andersen

Ann Firbank

The Mother

T

Tasneem Maqsood

The Little Match Girl

John Tordoff

The Tramp

J

John Dalby

Queen Victoria

J

Johanna Sonnex

Little Ida

G

Gerd Larsen

Ballet Mistress

P

Patricia Napier

The Lettuce