Der Zwerg & Der zerbrochene Krug: Live from Los Angeles Opera, 2008

Product Features

• Format: Blu-ray Disc
• Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
• Menu Language: GB (English)
• Subtitles: DE (Original Language), GB (English), FR (French), ES (Spanish), IT (Italian)
• Picture Format: 16:9 Full HD
• Region: Worldwide
• Resolution: 1080i Full HD
• Running Time: 122 minutes
• Storage: 25 GB Blu-ray Disc
• UPC: 807280152890
• Producer: Los Angeles Opera
• Conductor: James Conlon
• Director: Darko Tresnjak
• Set Design: Ralph Funicello
• Costume Design: Linda Cho
• Lighting Design: David Weiner
• Choreography: Peggy Hickey
• Orchestra and Chorus: Los Angeles Opera Orchestra and Chorus
• General Director: Plácido Domingo
• Music Director: James Conlon
• Release Year: 2010

Overview

This Blu-ray Disc captures two compelling operas performed live by the Los Angeles Opera in 2008, under the baton of James Conlon. "Der Zwerg" (The Dwarf), composed by Alexander Zemlinsky, and "Der zerbrochene Krug" (The Broken Jug), by Viktor Ullmann, are presented in stunning high definition and superb audio quality. Part of LA Opera's Recovered Voices series, these performances shed light on lesser-known works by composers impacted by the turmoil of the 20th century. Featuring an international cast and led by esteemed director Darko Tresnjak, this release brings to life the drama, intrigue, and emotion of these unique operatic works.

Cast Highlights

• Der Zwerg: Rodrick Dixon, Mary Dunleavy, James Johnson, among others.
• Der zerbrochene Krug: Steven Humes, Elizabeth Bishop, Melody Moore, Jason Stearns, and more.

Special Features

• High-Quality Audio: Experience the operas in PCM Stereo and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1.
• Multi-Language Subtitles: Enjoy the performances with subtitles in several languages, including the original German.
• Worldwide Compatibility: This Blu-ray Disc is region-free, making it playable on Blu-ray players anywhere in the world.
• Extensive Creative Team: With contributions from a talented creative team, including set and costume design by Ralph Funicello and Linda Cho, respectively.

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