Puccini DVD Set (The Royal Opera)Three magnificent Royal Opera productions of three of Puccinis greatest operas. John Copleys iconic La bohme brings 1830s Paris to life in vivid detail; Jonathan Kents atmospheric and naturalistic Tosca evokes the turbulence of Rome in 1800; and Andrei Serbans visually stunning Turandot is a glorious tribute to Puccinis last and grandest creation. Featuring a host of international opera stars, including Jonas Kaufmann, Angela Gheorghiu and Bryn

with its three marvellous arias

Patrick Bannwart talks about the designs

Devil’s Holiday pas de deux (1939) – dancers Laura Morera and Ricardo Cervera

Reviews: "Many modern dance-works lose their impact with repeated viewings

Running time: 138 mins

Zenaida Yanowsky with Artists of The Royal Ballet

lightness and wisdom compose the grand finale of this set

Director: David Bösch

Baron Douphol: Eddie Wade

Sharpless: Scott Hendricks

Darcey's Ballerina Heroines

Music: Kaija Saariaho