"The Australian Ballet production is a Roman epic with many spectacular elements." The HeraldA powerful and moving work, Spartacus shows episodes from an uprising of slaves in ancient Rome. The dramatic effects of this action are played out by those chiefly concerned: Spartacus, leader of the revolt; his wife Flavia; and Crassus, commander of the Roman army.Featuring: Lisa Pavane, Steven Heathcote, Greg Horsman, Adam Marchant, Robert Marshall, Stephen Morgante, Ulrike, Fiona TonkinMusic: Aram KhachaturianScenario, Choreography and Production by Laszlo SeregiGuest Conductor: Ormsby Wilkins with the State Orchestra of Victoria