RNZB: Hansel & Gretel (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film
Released in 2019, RNZB: Hansel & Gretel is a notable film. “Faint starlight peeps through the dark forest canopy. It is midnight: the witching hour. Alone and lost, two hungry children stumble towards a glowing vision of warmth and comfort, an enchant” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Inspired by the old-fashioned magic of silent movies and music hall vaudeville, this ballet will transport you to a magical world with large-scale cinematic effects, world premiere choreography by Loughlan Prior and a specially commissioned score by Claire Cowan. This major premiere brings together many of New Zealand’s creative talents to tell a timeless tale for audiences young and old. Royal New Zealand Ballet production of "Hansel & Gretel". This is the dress rehearsal archive recording filmed live on stage at the Opera House, Wellington on 5 November 2019.
Who’s in it. RNZB: Hansel & Gretel stars Shaun James Kelly as Hansel and Kirby Selchow as Gretel.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch RNZB: Hansel & Gretel page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch RNZB: Hansel & Gretel (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for RNZB: Hansel & Gretel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in RNZB: Hansel & Gretel?
- RNZB: Hansel & Gretel stars Shaun James Kelly and Kirby Selchow.
- When was RNZB: Hansel & Gretel released?
- RNZB: Hansel & Gretel was released in 2019.