Bellini’s I Capuleti e i Montecchi - San Francisco Opera 2 DVDs

UPC: 880242596680

Product Features

• Format: 2 DVDs, NTSC, Region-Free
• Running Time: 135 minutes, plus 16 minutes of bonus material
• Language: Italian (Original), Subtitles in English, German, French, Italian
• Audio: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Video: 16:9 widescreen
• Publisher: EuroArts
• Location: Filmed live at the San Francisco Opera
• Conductor: Riccardo Frizza
• Stage Director: Vincent Boussard
• Orchestra and Choir: San Francisco Opera Orchestra and Chorus
• Costume Designer: Christian Lacroix

Overview

Bellini’s I Capuleti e i Montecchi, a heart-wrenching bel canto adaptation of the classic story of Romeo and Juliet, is brought to life in this stunning San Francisco Opera production. With Joyce DiDonato in the role of Romeo and Nicole Cabell as Giulietta, this performance offers a masterful exploration of passion, love, and tragedy. Conducted by Riccardo Frizza and directed for the screen by Frank Zamacona, the production emphasizes the intense emotional landscape of the doomed lovers.

The opera, with a libretto by Felice Romani, diverges from Shakespeare’s telling to focus on the family rivalry and deep-seated enmity between the Capuleti and Montecchi. Christian Lacroix’s costume design, set against Vincent Lemaire’s minimalist stage, creates a vivid visual contrast that enhances the opera's dramatic themes. With additional artist interviews as bonus material, this DVD offers an in-depth experience of Bellini's operatic masterpiece.

Interesting Facts

• Divergent Plot: Unlike Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, Bellini’s opera draws from Italian Renaissance sources, with different character portrayals and narrative elements.
• Joyce DiDonato’s Romeo: DiDonato’s portrayal of Romeo as a mezzo-soprano role is highly acclaimed, adding depth and nuance to the character's inner turmoil.
• Costumes by Christian Lacroix: Renowned designer Christian Lacroix’s costumes lend an elegant, historical aesthetic that enhances the emotional gravity of the opera.
• San Francisco Opera's Commitment: This production reflects the opera company’s dedication to staging classic operas with innovative and modern interpretations.
• Bonus Features: The DVD includes 16 minutes of artist interviews, providing insights into the characters, production, and creative decisions.

Track Listing

1. Act I: Introduction of the Capulet and Montague rivalry, and Romeo’s secret entry to meet Giulietta.
2. Act II: Escalation of the conflict, leading to the tragic demise of the lovers.

Publishers

• EuroArts
• San Francisco Opera

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