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Strauss: The Waltz King

Lesley Garrett narrates a drama documentary that tells the compelling story of the waltz and the bitter father and son rivalry behind it.

The original 'dirty dancing' became a century-long craze, but behind it was a bitter tale of father and son rivalry. Lesley Garrett narrates this drama documentary, steps onto the dance floor - and even tries on the period underwear. The compelling story is illustrated with the music of the time, played by the Wiener Akademie orchestra in Vienna's sumptuous Hofburg Palace.

58 minutes

Last on

Mon 13 Oct 2025 01:45

Credits

Role Contributor
Narrator Lesley Garrett
Johann Strauss II Simon Williams
Strauss I Joe Duttine
Anna Strauss Alexandra Gilbreath
Adele Strauss Katie Blake
Music Group Wiener Akademie
Executive Producer Fiona Morris
Director David Amphlett
Director Rupert Edwards
Writer Richard Neville

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