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WORLD CUP FOOTBALL PROGRAMMING

Con la Copa del Mundo de Fútbol en Alemania a la vuelta de la esquina, os ofrecemos estos tres magnificos programas para licenciar en DVD, Premium o Descargas.

‘La Historia de la Copa del Mundo’

Este fantástico documental sobre “La Historia de La Copa del Mundo” ya está disponible para licenciar…
“Durante más de 2000 años se ha estado jugando al Fútbol de una forma u otra. La progresión del que sin duda es - el más espectacular juego del mundo - desde la creación de la FA en 1863 y la FIFA en 1904 por Jules Rimet hasta nuestros dias. En este documental encuentras a Maradona, Pele, Jurgen Clinsmann, Bobby Robson entre otros, e incluye grandes momentos de los mejores partidos, narrados por Gareth Hunt”.
Duración:  60 minutos.
 
‘World Cup Superstars - Primera Parte-’
 

En la Primera Parte de este excelente documental ‘World Cup Superstars’, destacan grandiosos jugadores de la talla de…
“Maradona, Lineker, Klinsmann, Viali, Rykaard, Gullit, Van Basten, Baggio, Gascoigne…Este documental está enfocado a los mejores jugadores y su potencial de cara a la Copa del Mundo de 1990.”
Duración: 55 minutos.

‘World Cup Superstars- Segunda Parte -’

 
La Segunda Parte del ‘World Cup Superstars’ destaca las emergentes carreras de los jugadores mas famosos del momento… 
Berkamp, Klinsmann, Baggio, Bebeto, Batistuta…Este documental nos muestra el potencial de las estrellas del Mundial de 1994, la versatilidad y destreza de los jugadores llamados “Dreammakers” por su capacidad de organizar jugadas que terminan en fantásticos goles…
Duración: 50 minutos.

 
 

HEALTH AND FITNESS

BARBARA CURRIE’S SHAPE UP WITH YOGA – 60 mins

Yoga is the exercise system for the 90’s. It provides stress relief and keeps the body young and supple.
Barbara Currie is a state registered nurse, and a professionally trained teacher of yoga with 22 years of experience.
She has presented many acclaimed TV and radio series on health and fitness, and has contributed to many leading magazines. A favourite with her long list of celebrity clients, she instructs at the prestigious Hurlingham

Club in London. BARBARA CURRIE’S DESIGN YOUR BODY – 60 mins

A new concept in keep fit created for the busy woman. Not a full work out, this is a collection of 32 simple and effective exercises to tone muscles and design the body you want.
DESIGN YOUR BODY includes quick and simple exercises to problem areas fast and effectively : tone buttocks while standing in queues, solve a problem stomach while doing the washing up, exercise facial muscles to give the effect of a “Face Lift”. As an added bonus, Barbara has included at the end of the video a relaxation routine to help banish stress and relieve tension. Shot in short “modules” this can be adapted for broadcast.

STAY YOUNG WITH BARBARA CURRIE – 60 mins

A series of simple and undemanding yoga exercises.
Approximately 30 yoga stretches to help keep the body supple and youthful.
At 52, Barbara is a prime example of how yoga can keep the effects of ageing to a minimum. Here she shows us some of her favourite age-beating exercises.
Shot in “modules” this can be adapted for broadcast.

 
 

HEALTH AND FITNESS CONT

THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH – 60 mins or 3 x 20 mins

Shot on location in the Hawaiian Islands, this is a unique guide to health and fitness though HATHA YOGA.
Those who practice HATHA YOGA on a regular basis retain their youth and vitality, achieving harmony of mind and body.
VIMLA LALVANI teaches in London, studied and qualified with B.K.S. IYENGAR in India, and is the yoga expert featured on JERRY HALL’S NEW health and fitness release.
This is an original and specially devised programme divided into 3 x 20 mins parts: HARMONY – PERFECT POSTURE – MIND AND BODY.
Set on a Hawaiian beach, this programme soothes the mind, and strengthens the body.


 
 

HEALTH AND FITNESS CONT

‘The Healthy Lifestyle Series ’


OVC presents a series of well-researched programmes to help you cope with the trails and tribulations of modern day living.

1.AROMATHERAPY – 1 x 45 mins / 1 x 26 NEW

Smell is our strongest sense, evoking emotions and memories. This programme explores how we can harness the power of smell.
A growing number of corporations use aromatherapy for a range of benefits. Included in this video is a look at some of the recipes and blends which can be quickly and easily made in the comfort of your own home. As the fastest growing alternative practice, Aromatherapy can have a real and positive effect on your life.

2. YOGA – 1 x 45 mins / 1 x 26 NEW

Barbara Curry demonstrates a series of postures and stretches to help fortify the body as well as the soul. Using a combination of breathing techniques, physical movement and mental control, you gain a fascinating insight into this ancient art. Barbara will help you achieve physical balance and peace of mind.

3. ACUPRESSURE – 1 x 45 mins / 1 x 26 NEW

An insight into this non-invasive treatment for a host of ailments and stress relief. Using schools of thought from the Far East, acupressure can be practised on yourself or on a partner. Michael Keisner, a renowned London practitioner will guide and enlighten you on techniques, history and specific treatments.

 
 

HEALTH AND FITNESS CONT4.

STRESS RELIEF – 1 x 45 mins / 1 x 26 NEW

A comprehensive guide to controlling stress in all aspects of life. The workplace, the home, our diet, our lifestyle. Leisure and travel are made virtually stress free with a range of simple easy to use techniques, routines and remedies. Incorporating elements of Feng Shui, Aromatherapy, and other complementary practices, this video is concisely narrated, backed with a colourful original soundtrack.

5. FENG SHUI – 1 x 45 mins / 1 x 26 NEW

Using the basic principle of Chi, Yin, Yang and Natural Harmony, this trend is sweeping Europe. Also known as Harmonious Placement, Feng Shui aims to detect and balance Chi energy, around people, homes and the workplace, to encourage health and vitality.

6. AYURVEDIC MEDICINE – 1 x 45 mins / 1 x 26 NEW

Imagine a medical practice that’s been around for five thousand years. A practice which, through all the impersonality of modern day life, treats you, as an individual. This is Ayurvedic Medicine. Developed in southern Asia, this practice is so successful today that in Sri Lanka, there is even a government minister of Ayurvedic Medicine. Yet, Ayurveda is a truly complimentary medicine. It works hand in hand with modern day western medicine. This video is just a glimpse into the rich history, the miraculous cures and controls, and the complete Ayurvedic way of life.

 
 

SPECIAL INTERESTS

BARBARA WOODHOUSE ON HORSES AND PONIES – 7 x 20 mins

140 minutes of programming of this highly respected and well known animal expert and television personality.
These programmes were originally screened on BBC 1 and proved to be very popular with the viewing public.
Available for broadcast or as a 50 minute video special.

YOU’VE BEEN CONNED – 60 mins or 6 x 10/12 x 5 mins NEW

Highly entertaining series of tricks and cons performed and explained by international magic star Wayne Dobson.
Having resigned from the Magic Circle, Wayne is able to reveal, for the first time, some of the secrets of magicians and professional con men.
Shot in modules, this can easily be adapted to make a series of broadcast fillers.

THE CRADLE OF CHRISTIANITY – 1 x 52 mins / 2 x 26 mins
In Production
For 2000 years, one religion has dominated the Western world provoking wars, but also inspiring minds. The Cradle of Christianity is a series of three programmes exploring the influence of Asia Minor on the development of this fascinating religion, from a local Middle Eastern cult to a world force.

 
 

WILDLIFE

OUR WORLD – THEIR WORLD – 6 x 60 mins

OUR WORLD – THEIR WORLD is a series of 6 x 60 mins programmes, which as a whole form a complete worldwide journey throughout the world’s diverse wildlife and various habitats from pole to pole.
The aim of the series is to show the richness and versatility of our fauna rather than a detailed study of individual animals.
Each programme covers 2 to 3 areas of the globe and is packed full of different animals with a commentary complemented by further written information which the viewer can read as it crawls along the bottom of the picture.
Both adults and young can enjoy the programmes. But the presentation of the footage is especially designed to appeal to a more youthful audience.
The programmes are as follows:
ANTARCTICA – AUSTRALIA – THE PACIFIC
INDIA – AFRICA
AFRICA
AMAZONIA – NORTH AMERICA
NORTH AMERICA
CANADA – ALASKA – SCANDINAVIA

OUR WORLD – THEIR WORLD – 27 x 10 mins NEW

Just in, this exciting collection of wildlife shorts, covering all regions of the globe and animals.
ANTARCTICA – Meet penguins, seals and sea lions, and see how wildlife survives in this hospitable environment.
AUSTRALIA – Life in a large colony of flying foxes next to the mangrove swamp. Here are the snakes and iguanas that prey on these fruit bats, the largest bats in the world.
HAWAII – Albatross, frigate bird and mongoose, and in the sea – giant turtles, sharks, monk-seals, whales and more.
TIGER – Discover the lifestyle of the Bengal tigers that live on the Kanha plains in central India.
LION – About the lion’s environment as well as the big cat itself, this programme includes elephants, zebras, antelopes and more.
BABOON – Southern Africa, where these creatures live in colonies that protect it from predators like the leopard.
AFRICAN WATER HOLE – All creatures have to visit the water hole - Noah’s Ark revisited with elephants, rhinos, hippos, wildebeests, giraffes, antelopes, lions, cheetahs, crocodiles, wart hogs, zebras, bush pigs, buffalo and many more.
KILIMANJARO – Animals fighting to survive on the plain beneath the snow-covered mountain, some become food for the vultures.

 
 

WILDLIFE CONT

ANTELOPE – There are more than 60 different types of Antelope in Africa including the sabre antelope, the tiny dik-dik, the élan, the springbok, the nyala and many more.
CHEETAH – The first of two chapters about this famous hunter, the fastest land animal on Earth.
NEW WORLD MONKEYS – South America’s rain forest is the home of a great variety of monkeys, all particular to this part of the world and all great climbers, most having prehensile tails. The howler monkey, the uakari, the golden marmoset and the squirrel monkey.
FLORIDA – A fascinating area, rich in wildlife. Alligators, manatees, herons, raccoons and more.
BADGER – This large member of the weasel family can be found on both sides of the Atlantic, but here we meet this fierce fighter on the Northern American Continent, where it can still be found in reasonable numbers.
BOBCAT – It looks like your friendly tabby, though a bit bigger, but it is an accomplished hunter and a fierce fighter that is surprisingly strong for its size. We follow the animal’s life from spring through to winter.
SEA OTTER – Off the coast of California the sea otter is returning. A fascinating view of this charming fellow’s life at sea – an expert diver and fisherman.
RACCOON – An all American animal. The programme follows a single raccoon and its subsequent family from early spring through to the following winter.
MOUNTAIN LION – This big cat is also known as the cougar or puma. We follow a lioness as she brings up her cubs, competing with the coyotes and black bear, preying on dear and other mammals – and taking time out for play.
BLACK BEAR – Another spring to winter story. The black bear is the friendly bear that we know from national parks, whose worst offence may bb to steal apples and honey – but there is more to it than that.
OLYMPIC PENINSULA – A peninsula off the North West coast of North America where time stood still and where the wildlife has been left untouched for centuries. Here are beaver, river otter, mountain goat, bald eagle, elk, mountain lion, black bear, coyote and many more.
WOLVERINE – A true animal of the north and the biggest and fiercest member of the weasel family. It will confront a couple of coyotes or a black bear should the need arise, and it is one of the worlds natural survivors.
LEMMING – This little rodent takes centre stage in this programme about the wildlife of northern Scandinavia, which, though fascinating, does dispel a few myths.
FISHING ANIMALS – The first of tow episodes about animals as fishermen, starting off with the pelican and including such accomplished anglers as the heron, the anhinga, the alligator and the Nile crocodile.
FISHING ANIMALS – second episode visiting, amongst others, the snapping turtle, the mink, the river otter, the Kodiak bear, the fox and the bald eagle.
DRINK OR DIE – The real drama of the African Plain. When the yearly rain is delayed, life for all the animals becomes more precarious.
ALASKA – Despite the cold, this northern American state can pride itself on a rich wildlife. Here we find the bald eagle, bears, wolves and many more.
ARCTIC – Another view of this fierce cousin of the weasel, the wolverine, but here in the role as opponent to the trappers of the area. This is also the home of the arctic Jaeger and many other species, even some mountain lions.
CHEETAH – Second part of the story of the cheetah, and thus a continuation of programme 10. However, either programme can be watched independent of the other.

 
 

WILDLIFE CONT

BIG CATS – 50 mins

A programme dedicated to Big Cats, their characteristics, and our fascination with them over the centuries. From the wild inhabitants of the Rocky Mountains, to the untamed predators of darkest Africa, this programme shows the role they all play in maintaining the delicate balance of nature. PREDATORS – 50 mins NEW
A documentary looking at the world of animal hunters and the hunted. A real and detailed insight into the cruel and vicious world that is the natural way of survival of the fittest with footage from all around the world. BABIES – 50 mins NEW

A look at animal wildlife and their young. A fascinating insight into a wide variety of young animals in their natural habitat. This programme is informative and educational.

THE PRIDE – 60 mins NEW

Does the Lion deserve its title of The King of Beasts? The Pride looks at lions, lionesses and their cubs – the social structure and groupings, communication, feeding and hunting habits and the inter-action with other species.

AFRICAN ELEPHANTS – GENTLE GIANTS – 60 mins NEW


Elephants have a sophisticated and intricate social structure. They are intelligent and communicate in ways we are only now beginning to understand. Explore the world of these fascinating and always interesting creatures.

YOUNG PERSONS GUIDE TO AFRICAN WILDLIFE – 60 mins NEW


This programme is designed to introduce the wonders of Africa’s Wildlife to young people. See how the babies – cubs, pups, lambs and calves and how they are nurtured, protected, educated and brought to adulthood by their parents and extended families.

 
 

FISHING

3 programmes with NICHOLAS FITTON.

WILD CARP – 60 mins

In the English Midlands, Nicholas meets several Carp experts, each with their own particular methods, skills and baits.
In addition to many Carp adventured, Nicholas discovers a 16th century Fish Stew and meets an angling antique collector who proves that it’s still possible to catch Carp on tackle from the turn of the century.

YORKSHIRE TROUT – 60 mins

Small Moor-Land Rivers are often overlooked by the modern angler, but they provide a wealthy of interest for the naturalist and a challenge for the fisherman. Nicholas visits Yorkshire and casts his fly over Wild Brown Trout.
Explore with him several remote hill streams as he journeys through a beautiful, unspoilt landscape. Watch him stalk trout in difficult, overgrown places, fish the evening rise and employ both dry fly and nymph.

WILD BROWN TROUT – 60 mins

Nicholas visits a chalk stream in the English Midlands, the Aberdeenshire Don in the wilds of Scotland, and several upland rivers in Yorkshire. Fishing on a natural lake is also included and the programme feature close-up underwater shots of trout in their own wild environment.
See Wild Brown Trout caught by several different methods, including nymph, dry fly and the upstream worm. Witness traditional angling techniques for Wild Trout in magnificent scenery.
This programme will also be of interest to fly tiers and angling historians as it includes an interview with a pupil of Dr. William Baigent and illustrates the rapidly disappearing art of tying a fly in the finger without a vice.

 
 

SPORT

GO WITH VIRGO – 50 mins

No. 9 in Gallup’s 1992 Christmas Sport, Health, and Fitness Charts, this is an extremely entertaining look at the world of John Virgo, UK’s leading expert in TRICK SNOOKER.
Co-host of the hit BBC BIG BREAK show, John Virgo shows some of his amazing trick snooker shoots, and entertains with impersonations of some of snooker’s best loved players. Also included is specially recorded footage of John behind the scenes on Big Break set.
Shot in short “modules”, this product provides an entertaining and fun video that can easily be split into shorter slots – ideal for TV “fillers”.

15-LOVE – INSIDE THE WORLD OF PRO TENNIS – 45 mins

A fascinating documentary featuring some of the greatest stars of Tennis. The programme shows them demonstrating their skills in past games, coupled with comments from them about the Tennis world of today.
Featured in this programme are such stars as:
FRED PERRY – ROD LAVER – PANCHO GONZALES – KEN ROSEWELL – ILIE NASTASE – ROY EMERSON – FRED STOLLY – ROSCO TANNER – TIM MAYOTTE – JOHN MCENROE – IVAN LENDL – ANDRE AGASSI.

SNOWBOARDING – 50 mins NEW

EXPLODING SNOWBOARDING breaks new ground in Snowboarding movies, but still keeps within the traditional of past Snowboarding blockbusters! It includes everything that has made past movies successful: big drops, mind blowing powder runs, and great free-riding footage, but also adds to this the unique angle of being the first official instructional snowboarding video in the world.

 
 

SPORT CONT

SKI FIT WORKOUT – 40 mins


For men and women of all ages and levels this ski-specific training programme creates strength and stamina on the slopes. Whether you ski for one week, or the whole season this video will help you get totally fit for skiing.

POLITICAL GAMES – 40 mins

Following the course of the Olympics from the devastating terrorist attacks at Munich 1972, through the boycott of Moscow 1980 to the pledge to bring back the former glory of the games in L.A. in 1984.

GREAT WOMEN OF SPORT – 40 mins

A collection of female athletes at the pinnacle of their various Olympic disciplines. Featuring, Jan Romary (fencing), Mary Ann-Burglyn (cycling), Candis Cable (disabled marathon) plus more. Also included is a brief history of the Modern Day Olympics.


GUTS AND GLORY – 40 mins

A history of the Modern Pentathlon with behind the scenes training plus interviews with Pentathletes from around the world, including Bobby Neeman, Janusz Pyciak plus members from the USA, France and England teams.

MAKING IT: BARCELONA ’92 – 40 mins

A journey through the preparation and transformation needed before one of Europe’s greatest cities hosts the world’s largest sporting event.

THE OLYMPICS - the first 100 years – 75 mins

A history of the Modern Day Olympic Games.
Starting with the first games of modern times in Athens 1896, this programme tells the story of how the Olympics have survived World Wars, boycotts and terrorist attacks and remains the ultimate goal for every athlete.

OVC SPORTS LIBRARY

An extensive collection of new material available covering all aspects of sport. More information available on request.

 
 

SPORT CONT

THE OLYMPICS – the first 100 years 3 x 26 mins
A history of the Olympics from the very beginning and charting the development of these historic games.

Programme 1

This programme follows the progress of the games from their conception in 1896, all the way through to Tokyo '64. Footage includes rare black & white coverage of the games from as early on as 1904. Olympians featured include Johnny Weismuller, Mildred 'Babe' Didrikson, Jesse Owens and Fanny Blancas Cohen.

Programme 2

Picking up the baton from the previous programme we move on through the '60s, '70s and to Moscow '80. Featured are, among others, the first woman to light the Olympic Flame ('68); Dick Fosbury's famous Fosbury flop; the tragic events surrounding the 1972 terrorist attacks at Munich; a quite incredible seven Olympic gold medals collected by Mark Spitz; plus Mary Peters (GB) record-breaking gold medal in the pentathlon; Lassi Viren in the 5000 m and 10000m for Finland; and Olga Korbut, irrepressible mixture of personality and the first back-flip ever to be seen on the crossbeam. Princess Anne also puts in a royal appearance.

Programme 3

The story is picked up from the Moscow Olympics and features such famous names as Alan Wells, Steve Ovett and his dramatic duels with Sebastian Coe and Steve Cram's winning streak at the LA '84 Games with gold medals in the 800m and the 1500m. Also included are champions Daley Thompson, Mary Decker, Zola Budd, Carl Lewis and his incredible four Golds tally in Seoul '88; Florence Griffith-Joyner; Ed Moses; and also Ben Johnson's world record-breaking sprint to international infamy. Finally we come to Barcelona '92 with Linford Christie battling with Carl Lewis in the 100m; Marlene Otti, Heike Henkel, then in Atlanta '96 record triple-jumper Jonathon Edwards; Mike Conolly, and tennis superstars Andre Agassi and Pete Sampras.

 
 

WRESTLING

WRESTLING MADNESS – 70 mins

Presented by Reg Gutteridge
JOHNNY SAINT v KID McCOY (World lightweight Championship)
BULL POWER v MONSIEUR RAMBO (World Heavyweight Championship)
GIANT HAYSTACKS & DREW McDONALD v PAT ROACH & BOB BROOKSIDE
FIT FINLAY v DANNY BOY COLLINS (CHAIN MATCH)
THE 14 MAN RUMBLE 1

WRESTLING MADNESS 2 – 70 mins

Presented by Mick McManus
GIANT HAYSTACKS v PAT ROACH
DANNY BOY COLLINS v ROLLERBALL ROCCO
KID McCOY v TONY STEWART
FREE-FOR-ALL TAG MATCH

WONDERWOMEN OF WRESTLING – 70 mins

KLONDYKE KATE v PRINCESS PAULA
TARRAWEN v DONNA MARIE
“NAUGHTY” NICKI MUNRO v RUSTY BLAIR
The latest in the wrestling craze currently sweeping the world: LADIES WRESTLING.
First class wrestling loaded with fun. A great show and great fights.

 
 

FILMS

We have a series of six films from the cult director Ted V. Mikels.THE CORPSE GRINDERS – 74 mins
Cats turned man-eaters. Feline menaces stalk the city at night. Dr. Howard Glass and his nursing assistant Angie Robinson decide to investigate the cause. Perhaps it is the cat food from the exotically titled Lotus Cat Food Company.
On a clandestine visit to the factory they meet the management team from hell: Landau and Maltby. Their fears are justified when they see the blood stained power saws and chopping blocks; the foul stanching cauldrons, and appalling grinder which transforms cadaverous flesh into the cat’s favourite snack.
Will Howard and Angie be able to stop the tide of murder and mayhem that each cat attack evokes? Can the flow of human bodies into canned cat food be stemmed?

BLOOD ORGY OF THE SHE DEVILS – 78 mins

Mara, who is a “black” witch well versed in the occult and black magic, leads a coven of voluptuous and beautiful young women, who practice their S&M arts upon helpless victims in a dance of death they know as life. Human male sacrifices are butchered slowly to satiate the blood lust and evil desires of these women from hell.
Rodannus and his side kick, Barth, who are enemy agents seek the aid of Mara and her coven in their plans to kill a United Nations ambassador; using the undetectable nature of magic to complete their mission.
Into this web of intrigue and double dealings are drawn the naïve newcomer to the coven, Lorraine, and her unbelieving boyfriend, Mark. The entry of the “white witch” or “warlock”, Dr. Helsofrd, completes the mise-en-scene. Now the circle of life can be broken…………who will survive this devilish orgy of slaughter?

THE DOLL SQUAD – 93 mins

An elite army of female assassins……….from a hideously diabolical mass destruction at the hands of a madman no-one had ever seen.
This film was also the original inspiration behind the highly successful series “Charlie’s Angels”.

 
 

FILMS CONT

TEN VIOLENT WOMEN – 96 mins
In the beginning…………………….there were ten good girls.
A short time later, with class………………the getaway.
The chase is on……………………….shoot out in Duck park.
The plot thickens………………………BUSTED!
The escape…………………..?

GIRL IN GOLD BOOTS – 92 mins

Buz, on his way to Hollywood, convinces Michelle, a waitress he meets, to join him, Michelle to find fame as a dancer and Buz to find his or someone else’s fortune.
Along the way they pick up Critter, a songwriter and draft dodger, seeking a way out of being forced to join the Army.
All three of them come into contact with Leo, a club owner who offers Michelle a lead role in his club’s dance act, and Buz a chance to join his underworld drug racket.
Critter overhears plans about a drug deal and tries to persuade Michelle to leave with him. When the deal goes down, things go wrong – who will survive?WORMEATERS –90 mins
The Mayor of a small town plans to re-develop the local run down old lake, but a hermit by the name of Umgar holds the deeds to half the land, left to him by his murdered father, along with deeds to half the town.
As the Mayor and the town council try all means of underhand tactics to retrieve the deeds, all is not what it seems, but will Umgar’s strange fascination with his friends, some worms, save the day.

ISLAND ON BIRD STREET – 107 mins

Winner of the Silver Bear at the Berlin film festival in 1998.
Directed by Soren Kragh-Jacobsen this wonderfully uplifting true story of a young boy trapped in the Warsaw ghetto during World War II stars Patrick Bergin (Sleeping with the Enemy), Jack Warden (more recently Mighty Aphrodite), James Bolam and Lee Ross.
The book, written by Uri Orlev, which inspired the film, has won several awards around the world.

 
 

THE MOSCOW CITY BALLET

The MOSCOW CITY BALLET was the first Ballet Company to take advantage of “Perestroika” and set up as an independent.
Formed by the respected choreography VICTOR SMIRNOV-GOLOVANOV, its “Corps de Ballet” is made up of ex-students of the KIROV and BOLSHOI ballet schools and features as guest performers, stars of these famous ballet companies.
Now about to embark on their third tour of the UK after two successful and highly acclaimed previous tours, we can offer four outstanding performances from their repertoire.

DON QUIXOTE – 76 mins

The classic version of this work starring NADZEDAH PAVLOVA. Music by MINKUS, choreography adapted by VICTOR SMIRNOV-GOLOVANOV based on the original by PETIPAS.

THE CARMEN SUITE – 43 mins

With choreography by ALBERTO ALONSIN, this stylish modern ballet, set in a symbolic bullring, captures the spirit and passion of Merimee’s novella. Music by RODION SCHEDRIN, choreography by VICTOR SMIRNOV-GOLOVANOV.

THE LOVE AND DEATH OF ANNA KARENINA – 29 mins

One act version of Tolstoy’s novel, this modern ballet set in a symbolic bullring, captures the spirit and passion of Merimee’s novella. Music by RODION SCHEDRIN after BIZET.

ROMEO AND JULIET – 20 mins

One act version designed and choreography by VICTOR SMIRNOV-GOLOVANOV, set to the TCHAIKOVSKY overture.

 
 

THE CLASSIC CATALOGUE

We have 6 full ballets and a documentary featuring this innovative dance company from former Yugoslavia. All are available for broadcast and video.

THE ENIGMA GALLUS - 60 mins

A modern ballet conceived specifically for television by the world renown choreographer, director, dramatist, and set designer, MILKO SPAREMBLEK celebrating the music, poetry, and other writings of this 16th century composer and philosopher of whom very little is known – hence the enigma.

ILLUSIONS – 38 mins

The ballet’s choreographer, PAVEL SMOK, Director of the Prague Chamber Ballet, describes "ILLUSIONS" as a “Dance Poem”. Set to the music of the Slovene composer, SLAVKO OSTERC, it tells the story of a young man, in love with his Muse, but who is nevertheless prompted by his ego to negative and harmful acts. Only at the end of the work does the hero, now an old man, realise that he has nothing left but his illusions.

TRIPTYCH – 29 mins + 22 mins + 41 mins

A set of three works devised by MILKO SPAREMBLEK. The first depicts the changing faces of nature from morning to evening and is based on Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony. The second is based on Richard Wagner’s “Siegfried’s Idyll to the Forest” from his opera “Siegfried”. The third ballet, “Mathilde”, is set to five poems by Mathilde Wessendonk and is interpreted by mazzo-soprano SABIRA HAJDEROVIC.

 
 
 

THE CLASSIC CATALOGUE CONT

THE DREAMS OF DON QUIXOTE – 40 mins

Using the music of VIVALDI, HEINRICH BIBER, TELEMANN and MICHEL CORETTE, choreographer BRIGIT CULBERG (known during the war for her anti-nazi dances), takes the figure of Cervantes hero as a symbol of humanity, loneliness, and yearning for beauty, setting him against a cruel world that only honours and worships heroes of senseless wars.

MLAKAR – 22 mins

A charming documentary based on the life and work of PIA and PINO MLAKAR, renown throughout the dance world of the 30’s and 40’s for their experimental choreography. Included is some rare vintage footage of their work.

PROFESSION CHANTEUR – 50 mins

Shot in Geneva this documentary gives an interesting insight into the rehearsal process that goes on behind an opera performance. Here we see Ruggiero Raimondi, Leo Nucci, and Gabriel Bacquier, preparing for Rossini’s Barber of Seville. Included are interviews, excerpts of the performance, and views of rehearsals. Fascinating for all opera lovers.

THE DREYFUS AFFAIR - 90 mins

Following the international success of GEORGE WHYTE’S opera this Ballet is based on the Dreyfus affair that sent shockwaves through “fin de siecle” French society.

 
 

CHILDREN’S

THE TINNIES - 13 x 8 mins

In ProductionThis is a series of 13 x 8 mins animated tales centred on the inhabitants of Tin Town. Aimed at 3 – 5 year olds, all the characters are based on tin cans and have proved extremely popular with the children who have seen pre-views.

SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW - 5 x 10 mins

Hosted by Jeffrey Hayes, the popular presenter of the classic ITV children’s programme Rainbow, this is a series of tales specifically written for pre-school children, narrated by Jeffrey and illustrated with animated scenes.

SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW II – 5 x 10 mins

Following the success of the first series, we are currently producing a further 5 x 10 mins of these new animated tales for pre-school children.

 
 

CHILDREN’S EDUCATIONAL

THE TINNIES 1, 2, 3 - 1 x 29 mins

Charming educational video to help and encourage 3-5 year olds with their numbers. The animated tales centred on the inhabitants of Tin Town have proved extremely popular with its audience.

THE TINNIES A B C -1 x 32 mins

Beenie and his friends will delight and entertain while teaching 3-5 year olds their A B C.SMART ALEC -1 x 31 minsThis educational video with puppet animation helps 5 – 7 year olds with their multiplication tables. This unique 30 minute video will entertain and educate its audience getting the chance to listen, as well as sing along with Smart Alec.

SOMETHING ABOUT ME I LIKE

Innovative video aimed at combating bullying using songs and dramatic re-inaction. As quoted by Dianne Core (Founder & Director of Childwatch) ‘Simply the Best Video on the Subject I’ve ever seen’.

 
 
 

MUSIC

IMAGINATION – LIVE IN CONCERT - 100 mins

Directed by MIKE MANSFIELD this concert of one of Europe’s most successful black soul bands was recorded live at the Dominion Theatre, London.

THE CRUSADERS - 65 mins

The first, and only, instrumental group to ever tour with the Rolling Stones, this predominantly Jazz orientated group has acquired something of cult status with a widespread audience.
This recording of one of their concerts includes such tracks as:
SUNSHINE IN YOUR EYES – SOUL SHADOWS – JAZMINE BREEZE – AFRICAN SPIRIT – AND MANY MORE!


MUNGO JERRY – STILL SUMMERTIME – 60 mins NEW In production

It is now 25 years since Mungo Jerry exploded onto the world music scene with one of the first international mega hits In The Summertime which won 2 Ivor Novello awards and stormed the world reaching No.1 on over 30 countries.
This documentary examines the phenomena, explores the history of one of Britain’s classic bands of the early 70’s, and celebrates this standard song which is still so popular today.

 
 

THE JAZZ CATALOGUE

DIZZY GILLESPIE AND THE UNITED NATION ORCHESTRA – 90 mins

Recorded live at the Royal Festival Hall, London on June 19th 1989, this show features such names as ARTURO SANDOVAL, CLAUDIO RODITTA, SAM RIVERS, SLIDE HAMPTON, JAMES MOODY, FLORA PURIM, AIRTO MOREIRA etc – possibly the finest jazz big band that has ever been assembled in one place at one time.
The soundtrack of the show, released worldwide on the ENJU records was awarded the 1992 GRAMMY AWARD for best big band.

A NIGHTINGALE SANG – 60 or 90 mins

Dedicated to NAT KING COLE and his music, this show was recorded at the SAVOY THEATRE, London.
An all star cast headed by NINA SIMONE, featuring DANNY WILLIAMS (for whom “Moon River” was an international hit) – WILL GAINES (the renowned American Tap Dancer)- LON STATTON (star of Andrew Lloyd Webbers’s Starlight Express) – VALERIE MASTERS – THE GB BLUES BAND with ROOT JACKSON – GEORGE LEE – and SOL RAYE.
A great performance and superb tribute, filmed in the historic Savoy Theatre in London (before it was tragically burned down).

CLIFF HARDIE AND THE UK ALL STAR JAZZ ORCHESTRA - 90 mins

Made up of the greatest big band musicians in the UK, and under the direction of CLIFF HARDIE, this orchestra was recorded live at Zatopecks nightclub in London. The show features the vocal talents of DANNY STREET and arrangements and numbers written by such highly acclaimed arrangers as STEVE GRAY, ALAN GANLEY, and MARK NIGHTINGALE, amongst others. A big band for today’s audiences.

ABSOLUTE SOUL – 60 mins

This hour long programme features a compilation of R & B and soul stars including ASWAD, Heatwave, Jocelyn Brown and Oliver Cheatham.

 
 

KARAOKE

SMASH KARAOKE HITS VOL.1 - 45 mins

Hits with original footage, full orchestration, and backing vocals specially recorded in a 48 track studio.
Tracks : I’M TOO SEXY – DEEPLY DIPPY – HANG ON IN THERE BABY – YOU’RE ALL THAT MATTERS TO ME – SAVE THE BEST TILL LAST – BOY FROM NEW YORK CITY – AM I THE SAME GIRL – I’M DOING FINE NOW – GIVE ME JUST A LITTLE MORE TIME – MY GIRL.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS VOL II - 45 mins

Following the success of Vol.1 12 more recent hits (including 5 No.1’s to sing to. As in Vol.1, there is completely original footage and the best backing tracks with live backing vocals all recorded to the highest standard to sound just like the real thing.
Tracks : I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU – CELEBRATION – KNOCKING ON HEAVEN’S DOOR – BONEY M’S MEGAMIX – RHYTHM IS A DANCER – BE MY BABY – ACHY BREAKY HEART – WOULD I LIE TO YOU – HEAL THE WORLD – IT COULD BE MAGIC – IT ONLY TAKES A MINUTE – I’M EVERY WOMAN.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS OF THE 90’S - 45 mins

Follow up to our 2 previous successes.
Tracks : NO LIMIT – FAITH IN THE POWER OF LOVE – HELLO MARY LOU GOODBYE HEART – ANGEL – TEARS ON MY PILLOW – ALL AROUND THE WORLD – WHEN YOU COME BACK TO ME – NOTHING COMPARES 2 YOU – LISTEN TO YOUR HEART – LIVE TOGETHER – WALK ON BY – KINGSTON TOWN – HANG ON TO YOUR LOVE – EVERYBODY’S FREE TO FEEL GOOD.

SMASH HITS KARAOKE PRESENTS NEW
“LA VIE EN ROSE” – Classic Cabaret Songs – 45 mins

Tracks include : LA VIE EN ROSE – I WHO HAVE NOTHING – DIAMONDS ARE A GIRLS BEST FRIEND – I WILL SURVIVE – BIG SPENDER – OLD FASHIONED GIRL – WHEN I FALL IN LOVE – THAT OLE DEVIL CALLED LOVE – LOVE LETTERS – THE GREAT PRETENDER – MY BOY LOLLIPOP – MAD ABOUT THE BOY – DON’T LEAVE ME THIS WAY – I CAN’T STAND THE RAIN – I’M COMING OUT.

 
 

KARAOKE CONT

SMASH KARAOKE HITS 50’S – VOL IV – 45 mins NEW

Tracks : ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK – THAT’LL BE THE DAY – LIVING DOLL – PEGGY SUE – DREAM LOVER – HERE COMES SUMMER – WHAT DO YOU WANT TO MAKE THOSE EYES AT ME FOR – JOHNNY B GOODE – HOUND DOG – WHY DO FOOLS FULL IN LOVE – JUST WALKING IN THE RAIN – HEARTBEAT.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS 60’S – VOL V 45 mins NEW

Tracks : SUMMER HOLIDAY – IT’S IN HIS KISS – BLUE MOON – SEALED WITH A KISS – POETRY IN MOTION – SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME – RHYTHM OF THE RAIN – LET’S TWIST AGAIN – WALKIN’ BACK TO HAPPINESS – RUNAWAY – STAND BY ME – WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS 70’S – VOL VI 45 mins NEW

Tracks : IN THE SUMMERTIME – CHIRPY CHIRPY CHEEP CHEEP – TIE A YELLOW RIBBON ROUND THE OLD OAK TREE – I LOVE TO LOVE – DANCING QUEEN – KNOWING ME KNOWING YOU – BYE BYE BABY – MAMMA MIA – HELLO HELLO I’M BACK AGAIN – RING MY BELL – UNDER THE MOON OF LOVE.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS 80’S – VOL VII – 45 mins NEW

Tracks : SUPER TROUPER – I SHOULD BE SO LUCKY – THERE MUST BE AN ANGEL – DON’T LEAVE ME THIS WAY – DON’T YOU WANT ME – RESPECTABLE – THE ONLY WAY IS UP – I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY – IT’S MY PARTY – WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH THE TOUGH GET GOING – FEELS LIKE I’M IN LOVE – BODYTALK.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS MERRY XMAS – VOL VIII - 45 mins NEW

Tracks : JINGLE BELLS – LAST CHRISTMAS – RUDOLPH THE RED NOSE REINDEER – WINTER WONDERLAND – MISTLETOE AND WINE – ROCK AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE – SILENT NIGHT – WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS – ON THE FIRST DAY OF CHRISTMAS – SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN.

 
 

KARAOKE CONT

SMASH KARAOKE HITS COUNTRY – VOL IX 45 mins NEW

Tracks : ONE PIECE AT A TIME – YOU’RE MY BEST FRIEND – RHINESSTONE COWBOY – BEHIND CLOSED DOORS – COWARD OF THE COUNTY – BANKS OF THE OHIO – STAND BY YOUR MAN – D.I.V.O.R.C.E. – ALWAYS ON MY MIND – I RECALL A GYPSY WOMAN – RUBY – DON’T IT MAKE YOUR BROWN EYES BLUE.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS MORE OF THE 60’s – VOL X 45 mins NEW

Tracks : SUMMER HOLIDAY – YOU CAN’T HURRY LOVE – MY GUY – SHOOP SHOOP SONG – POETRY IN MOTION – PRETTY WOMAN – RUNAWAY – PUPPET ON A STRING – SHOUT – WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN – MY GIRL – LET’S TWIST AGAIN.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS MORE HITS OF THE 80’s VOL X1 45 min NEW

TRACKS: WHAM! RAP – MAKING YOUR MIND UP – CLUB TROPICANA – PAPA DON’T PREACH – DON’T YOU FORGET ABOUT ME – ALL AROUND THE WORLD – BILLIE JEAN – MATERIAL GIRL – TAINTED LOVE – BACK TO LIFE – EEDGE OF HEAVEN – ETERNAL FLAME.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS GLAM ROCK VOL X11 45 mins NEW

TRACKS : I LOVE YOU ( YOU LOVE ME ) – TIGER FEET – SEE MY BABY JIVE – SUGAR BABY LOVE – BLOCKBUSTER – BALLROOM BLITZ – HELLO, HELLO, I’M BACK AGAIN – DO YOU WANNA TOUCH ME – CAN THE CAN – METAL GURU – LITTLE WILLY – TELEGRAM SAM.

SMASH KARAOKE HITS ROCK ‘N’ ROLL VOL X111 45 mins NEW

TRACKS: THREE STEPS TO HEAVEN – HEART BEAT – RUN AROUND SUE – THE WANDERER – AT THE HOP – JOHNNY B. GOODE – THAT’LL BE THE DAY – OH BOY – PEGGY SUE – ROCCK AROUND THE CLOCK – RAVE ON – HELLO MARY LOU.

 
 

KARAOKE CONT

SMASH KARAOKE HITS BLUES BROTHERS/SOUL SISTERS VOL XIV 45 mins NEW

TRACKS : STAND BY ME – MANISH BOY – NEED YOUR LOVE SO BAD – MIDNIGHT HOUR – SOUL MAN – I’D RATHER GO BLIND – KNOCK ON WOOD – STORMY MONDAY – TEAR YOUR PLAYHOUSE DOWN – SMOKE STACK LIGHTNING – MIDNIGHT TRAIN TO GEORGIA – SHOUT.

POPSTARS KARAOKE 40 mins NEW

TRACKS: DON’T GO BREAKING MY HEART – FLYING WITHOUT WINGS – LIVIN’ LA VIDA LOCA – REACH – BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER – ANGELS – YOU’RE THE ONE THAT I WANT – PURE AND SIMPLE.BRIDGET JONES’S DIARY KARAOKE 40 mins NEWTRACKS: OUT OF REACH – RESPECT – IT’S RAINING MEN – I’M EVERY WOMAN – DON’T GET ME WRONG – CAN’T TAKE MY EYES OFF YOU – ALL BY MYSELF – WOMAN TROUBLE.

KARAOKE IN THE PARK 40 mins NEW

TRACKS: TEENAGE DIRTBAG – LOVING EACH DAY – SHE BANGS – OVERLOAD – MAMA TOLD ME NOT TO COME – SCREAM IF YOU WANNA GO FASTER – ANGEL – BREATHLESS

 
 
 


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