Description
Alban Berg - Wozzeck | Opus Arte DVD
UPC: 809478009856
Product Features
- Composer: Alban Berg
- Musical Director: Sebastian Weigle
- Stage Director: Calixto Bieito
- Starring:Orchestra and Chorus: Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of the Gran Teatre del Liceu
- Franz Hawlata as Wozzeck
- Angela Denoke as Marie
- Reiner Goldberg as Drum Major
- Vivian Tierney as Margret
- Johann Tilli as Doctor
- Hubert Delamboye as Captain
- Running Time: Approx. 129 minutes
- Audio Format: LPCM Stereo, DTS Surround Sound
- Subtitles: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Catalan
- Picture Format: 16:9 Anamorphic, NTSC
- Region Code: 0 (All Regions)
- Label: Opus Arte
Overview
Wozzeck, Alban Berg's groundbreaking opera, is brought to life in this bold and controversial production from the Gran Teatre del Liceu, directed by the visionary Calixto Bieito. Set in a disturbing, post-industrial landscape, this production gives a contemporary twist to Berg's expressionistic masterpiece, enhancing the raw and unsettling emotions of the characters.
Franz Hawlata gives a chilling performance as Wozzeck, a soldier driven to madness by society’s oppression, while Angela Denoke stuns as Marie, a role that showcases her incredible vocal and emotional range. Under the baton of Sebastian Weigle, the Symphony Orchestra of the Gran Teatre del Liceu delivers a powerful interpretation of Berg’s intense and dissonant score, complementing the shocking visuals of the production.
This production includes graphic scenes of violence and nudity, pushing the boundaries of traditional opera staging, while staying true to Berg's exploration of human suffering and psychological trauma.
Interesting Facts
- Alban Berg composed Wozzeck between 1914 and 1922, and it is widely considered one of the most influential operas of the 20th century, due to its atonal music and complex emotional themes.
- Calixto Bieito, known for his provocative and modern interpretations, places Wozzeck in a dystopian world, emphasizing the alienation and violence inherent in the story.
- Franz Hawlata, as Wozzeck, captures the character's descent into madness with a mix of vulnerability and menace, while Angela Denoke’s portrayal of Marie adds a heartbreaking layer to the tragic narrative.
- The Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona is one of Spain’s most prestigious opera houses, renowned for its world-class productions and innovative approaches to classic operas.
- The documentary included in the extra features offers insights into Bieito’s vision for the production and interviews with the cast and creative team, providing a deeper understanding of the opera’s themes and its staging.
Track Listing
Main Opera (129 minutes):
- Act I: Wozzeck’s Mental Breakdown
- Act II: Marie’s Infidelity
- Act III: Wozzeck’s Descent into Madness and Tragedy
Extras:
- Illustrated Synopsis
- Cast Gallery
- Documentary featuring interviews with Sebastian Weigle and Calixto Bieito
Publishers
- Opus Arte
- Gran Teatre del Liceu
- Teatro Real Madrid
- Poorhouse International
