Arrigo Boito's Mefistofele - San Francisco Opera DVD

UPC: 0807280041590

Product Features

• Composer: Arrigo Boito
• Cast Highlights:Chorus and Orchestra: San Francisco Opera
  • Mefistofele: Samuel Ramey
  • Margherita/Elena: Gabriela Beňačková
  • Faust: Dennis O'Neill
  • Marta: Judith Christin
  • Pantalis: Emily Manhart
  • Wagner: Daniel Harper
  • Nerèo: Douglas Wunsch
• Conductor: Maurizio Arena
• Stage Director: Robert Carsen
• Video Director: Brian Large
• Chorus Director: Ian Robertson
• Lighting Designer: Thomas J. Munn
• Set Designer: Michael Levine
• Choreographer: Alphonse Poulin
• Subtitles: Italian, English, German, French, Spanish
• Menu Languages: English, German, French, Spanish
• Picture Format: 4:3
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Region Code: 0 (worldwide)
• Running Time: 160 minutes
• Publisher: Arthaus Musik

Overview

Arrigo Boito’s Mefistofele, recorded live at the San Francisco Opera, is a powerful adaptation of Goethe’s Faust through Boito's vivid music and unique interpretation. This four-act opera captures the cosmic battle between good and evil, led by Samuel Ramey’s striking performance as Mefistofele, a devilish figure embodying both wit and menace. Gabriela Beňačková and Dennis O'Neill bring their roles as Margherita and Faust to life with emotional depth and stirring vocal performances.

Directed for the stage by Robert Carsen, this production features stunning visual effects and set designs by Michael Levine, with lighting by Thomas J. Munn that enhances the dark, mystical atmosphere. The 160-minute production is set to the vibrant orchestration of Maurizio Arena, guiding the San Francisco Opera's Orchestra and Chorus under the direction of Ian Robertson. For audiences worldwide, this DVD includes subtitles in multiple languages, making Boito's masterpiece accessible to a broader audience.

Interesting Facts

• This production of Mefistofele is a co-production with Grand Théâtre de Genève and Lyric Opera of Chicago, highlighting the collaborative efforts across opera houses.
• Samuel Ramey’s portrayal of Mefistofele is one of his most acclaimed roles, celebrated for his commanding stage presence and rich bass-baritone voice.
• Mefistofele is notable as the only opera composed by Arrigo Boito, who was also a renowned librettist for Verdi’s Otello and Falstaff.
• The production was directed for video by Brian Large, a highly regarded director known for capturing the essence of live opera on screen.

Publishers

• Published by: Arthaus Musik GmbH
• Distributed by: Arthaus Music

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