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The Children's Dance from 'Elverhøj'

Peter Elfelt, Denmark, 1902

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The Children's Dance from 'Elverhøj', performed by Gudrun Christensen and Helga Smith.

Elverhøj (1828; literal translation, Elves’ Hill) by Johan Ludvig Heiberg, with music by Frederik Kuhlau, is considered the Danish national play. It was commissioned by King Frederik VI for the marriage of his youngest daughter Vilhelmine Marie to Frederik Carl Christian (later King Frederik VII).
Basic information Credits
Original title Børnedansen af Elverhøj
Danish title Børnedansen af Elverhøj
Other titles Elfelt nr. 450, Elfelt nr. 050
Keywords Ballet, 1900-1909
Director Peter Elfelt
Director of Photography Peter Elfelt
Appearance Helga Smith, Gudrun Christensen
Production country Denmark
Technical info 15 meter
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Executive Producer Peter Elfelt

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Direction Peter Elfelt

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Cinematography Peter Elfelt

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Appearance Helga Smith
Appearance Gudrun Christensen

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