Description

Arena di Verona – A Live Opera Collection | Verdi’s Aida, Bizet’s Carmen, and Puccini’s Tosca | 4 DVD Video Collection

Product Information

Key Details

UPC: 807280752090
Product Type: DVD Video Collection
Title: Arena di Verona – Live Performances
Included Operas:
- Giuseppe Verdi – Aida (Live from Arena di Verona, 1992)
- Georges Bizet – Carmen (Live from Arena di Verona, 2003)
- Giacomo Puccini – Tosca (Live from Arena di Verona, 2006)
Picture Formats:
- Aida: 4:3
- Carmen & Tosca: 16:9
Sound Formats:
- Aida: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1
- Carmen & Tosca: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1
Subtitles:Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
- Aida & Tosca: Italian, English, German, French, Spanish
- Carmen: Italian, English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese

Overview

This exclusive DVD collection brings you three legendary live opera productions from the historic Arena di Verona. Experience the grandeur of Verdi’s Aida, Bizet’s Carmen, and Puccini’s Tosca—each captured in vivid detail and dynamic sound. These performances showcase some of the most memorable interpretations in operatic history, presented by top-tier artists and conducted by renowned maestros. Relive the magic of live opera in a setting that has defined the art form for generations.

Product Features

Verdi – Aida (1992)

Performance Highlights:
Featuring Maria Chiara, Kristján Jóhannsson, Dolora Zajick, Juan Pons, and Nicola Ghiuselev with the Orchestra and Chorus of the Arena di Verona, conducted by Nello Santi.
Stage Direction:
Directed by Gianfranco De Bosio.
Running Time:
140 minutes
Picture Format:
4:3, NTSC
Sound:
PCM Stereo and DD 5.1

Bizet – Carmen (2003)

Performance Highlights:
Starring Marina Domashenko, Marco Berti, Maya Dashuk, and Raymond Aceto with the Orchestra and Chorus of the Arena di Verona, conducted by Alain Lombard.
Stage Direction:
Directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
Running Time:
150 minutes
Picture Format:
16:9
Sound:
PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1
Subtitles:
Available in Italian, English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese

Puccini – Tosca (2006)

Performance Highlights:
Featuring Fiorenza Cedolins, Marcelo Álvarez, and Ruggero Raimondi with the Orchestra and Chorus of the Arena di Verona, conducted by Daniel Oren.
Stage Direction:
Directed by Hugo de Ana.
Running Time:
119 minutes
Picture Format:
16:9
Sound:
PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1
Subtitles:
Available in Italian, English, German, French, and Spanish

Interesting Facts

Historic Venue:
These live recordings capture the timeless ambiance of the Arena di Verona, an iconic venue known for its breathtaking acoustics and dramatic setting.
Legendary Interpretations:
Witness landmark performances of Aida, Carmen, and Tosca, each offering unique insights into the operatic masterpieces through the visionary direction and stellar cast.
Global Access:
With multilingual subtitles and worldwide region coding, this collection is designed for opera enthusiasts around the globe.

Publishers

This DVD collection is produced by Arthaus Musik GmbH in collaboration with Fondazione Arena di Verona, UNITEL CLASSICA, and other esteemed partners. The material is licensed for non-commercial private use only.

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