Christoph Willibald Gluck's Iphigénie en Tauride at the Zurich Opera House

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Product Features

• Title: Iphigénie en Tauride
• Composer: Christoph Willibald Gluck
• Libretto: Nicolas-François Guillard
• Main Cast:Orchestra: "La Scintilla" of the Zurich Opera House
  • Iphigenie: Juliette Galstian
  • Oreste: Rodney Gilfry
  • Pylade: Deon van der Walt
  • Thoas: Anton Scharinger
  • Diana: Martina Janková
• Conductor: William Christie
• Stage Director: Claus Guth
• Stage and Costume Designer: Christian Schmidt
• Chorus Master: Jürg Hämmerli
• Choreography: Helge Letonia
• Directed for TV and Video by: Thomas Grimm
• Production Company: A Bernhard Fleischer Moving Images Production for AM Associates in association with Bayerischer Rundfunk/3sat/Wak en Associates
• Label: Arthaus Musik
• Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Picture Format: 16:9
• Subtitles: FR (Original Language), GB, DE, ES, IT
• Region Code: 0
• Running Time: 108 minutes

Overview

Live from the Zurich Opera House in 2001, this captivating production of Christoph Willibald Gluck's opera, "Iphigénie en Tauride," under the baton of the illustrious William Christie, brings to life the turbulent tale of Iphigenie, Oreste, and Pylade with a gripping intensity. Gluck's musical genius, combined with Nicolas-François Guillard's evocative libretto, explores themes of fate, sacrifice, and redemption against the backdrop of Tauris. Renowned for its innovative approach to opera seria, this work shines under the direction of Claus Guth, whose staging adds depth and modernity to the ancient Greek tragedy.

Interesting Facts

• Renowned Cast: Juliette Galstian's portrayal of Iphigenie and Rodney Gilfry as Oreste lead an acclaimed ensemble cast, delivering powerful performances that capture the emotional essence of Gluck's masterpiece.
• Historical Instrumentation: The opera features the Orchestra "La Scintilla" of the Zurich Opera House, known for their use of period instruments that bring an authentic sound to Gluck's score.
• Innovative Direction: Claus Guth's direction and Christian Schmidt's stage and costume design offer a contemporary perspective on this classical opera, enhancing its timeless relevance.

Key Credits

• Composer: Christoph Willibald Gluck's composition is celebrated for its melodic richness and dramatic clarity, making "Iphigénie en Tauride" a cornerstone of 18th-century opera.
• Librettist: Nicolas-François Guillard's libretto, based on the ancient Greek myth, provides a poignant narrative that resonates with audiences through its exploration of human emotions and divine intervention.
• Production Team: With the creative vision of Thomas Grimm for TV and video direction, this production is a testament to the collaborative artistry that brings opera to life on the stage and screen.

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