Searching for Eurovision Film of 1957 Copenhagen Gala in Honor of Queen Elizabeth II's Visit

[Helene]

We received the following query today from Helge Ralov:

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On 22 may 1957 Queen Elisabeth II visited Copenhagen. A galla performance was transmitted on EUROVSION.

In Napoli 3 act . My parents performed. Kirsten and Børge Ralov. (I was there 12 years old).

Is it possible to come and see the film? It does not exist in Danish files!

I will come to London for a short period 6-11 januar 2018, watching The Nutcracker and Sylfide at London Coliseum.

I hope you are able to give me some advice.

 

Does anyone know if this film has been archived, and if/where it is available?

[Jane Simpson]

This one?

http://balletalert.invisionzone.com/topic/19832-bournonville-films-in-london/?tab=comments#comment-164582

I think it must be held in the National Film Theatre in London - if so it might be possible to visit and see it - I've forgotten what the rules there are, but I'll find out if you like. Wish I could see it again myself!

[Jane Simpson]

I'd forgotten that the National Film Theatre is now called the British Film Institute - but I looked on their website and they do have a copy of this film:

http://collections-search.bfi.org.uk/web/Details/ChoiceFilmWorks/150384340