Mariinsky Ballet's Scheherazade
· 47m
Overview
The bored Shahriyar is being entertained by odalisques and his favourite wife Zobeide. At the advice of his younger brother Shahzeman, who is convinced of Zobeide’s unfaithfulness, Shahriyar departs to go hunting. An orgy begins in the harem, and when it is at its height the Sultan returns unexpectedly. He orders his concubines, eunuchs and slaves be killed. Zobeide prays to him to spare her life, but, not receiving Shahriyar’s consent, kills herself.
Cast of Mariinsky Ballet's Scheherazade
Crew of Mariinsky Ballet's Scheherazade
About Mariinsky Ballet's Scheherazade
What is Mariinsky Ballet's Scheherazade about?
The bored Shahriyar is being entertained by odalisques and his favourite wife Zobeide. At the advice of his younger brother Shahzeman, who is convinced of Zobeide’s unfaithfulness, Shahriyar departs to go hunting. An orgy begins in the harem, and when it is at its height the Sultan returns unexpectedly. He orders his concubines, eunuchs and slaves be killed. Zobeide prays to him to spare her…
How long is Mariinsky Ballet's Scheherazade?
Mariinsky Ballet's Scheherazade runs 47 minutes.
Who is in the cast of Mariinsky Ballet's Scheherazade?
The cast of Mariinsky Ballet's Scheherazade includes Viktoria Tereshkina (Zobeide), Igor Kolb (Golden Slave) and Vladimir Ponomarev (The Shah).