Sylvia (Royal Ballet) (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2005, Sylvia (Royal Ballet) is a music film directed by Ross MacGibbon, running about 117 minutes. “Ballet in three acts” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Darcey Bussell and Roberto Bolle star in Frederick Ashton's Sylvia, restored to the splendour of its elegant and opulent three-act form for the 75th anniversary celebrations of The Royal Ballet. With origins in Greek mythology, Sylvia was loved by Aminta, abducted by Orion and eventually rescued by Eros. Recorded live at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden on 1st and 5th December 2005.
Who’s in it. Sylvia (Royal Ballet) stars Darcey Bussell as Sylvia, Roberto Bolle as Aminta, Thiago Soares as Orion and Martin Harvey as Eros, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Sylvia (Royal Ballet) sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sylvia (Royal Ballet) page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sylvia (Royal Ballet) tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sylvia (Royal Ballet) (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sylvia (Royal Ballet) change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sylvia (Royal Ballet) worth watching?
- Sylvia (Royal Ballet) holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sylvia (Royal Ballet)?
- Sylvia (Royal Ballet) stars Darcey Bussell, Roberto Bolle, Thiago Soares, Martin Harvey and Mara Galeazzi.
- When was Sylvia (Royal Ballet) released?
- Sylvia (Royal Ballet) was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.