Die Entführung aus dem Serail - Staatsoper Stuttgart DVD

UPC: 807280218992

Product Features

• Title: Die Entführung aus dem Serail
• Format: DVD
• Label: Arthaus Musik
• Conductor: Lothar Zagrosek
• Stage Director: Hans Neuenfels
• Artists:
  • Konstanze: Catherine Naglestad
  • Blonde: Kate Ladner
  • Belmonte: Matthias Klink
  • Pedrillo: Heinz Göhrig
  • Osmin: Roland Bracht
• Actors:Chorus and Orchestra: Staatsoper Stuttgart
  • Bassa Selim: Johannes Terne
• Set Designer: Christian Schmidt
• Costume Designer: Bettina Merz
• Chorus Director: Michael Alber
• Executive Producer: János Darvas
• Running Time: 148 minutes
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Picture Format: 16:9
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• Subtitles: English, French, Spanish
• DVD Type: DVD 9/NTSC
• FSK Rating: 0
• Produced by: SWR Arte, EuroArts International Music GmbH

Overview

Die Entführung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio) is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's beloved Singspiel, performed live at the Staatsoper Stuttgart in 1998. This production, conducted by Lothar Zagrosek and directed by Hans Neuenfels, is a riveting interpretation of Mozart’s work. The opera, a comedic tale of love, bravery, and rescue, features standout performances by Catherine Naglestad as Konstanze, Kate Ladner as Blonde, and Matthias Klink as Belmonte. The Chorus and Orchestra of the Staatsoper Stuttgart deliver a captivating musical experience, with exceptional stage design by Christian Schmidt and costumes by Bettina Merz.

Interesting Facts

• Die Entführung aus dem Serail is one of Mozart’s most popular operas, noted for its exotic themes and challenging vocal parts, particularly for the character of Konstanze.
• The opera was commissioned by Emperor Joseph II and is considered one of the finest examples of Singspiel, combining spoken dialogue with arias and ensemble numbers.
• Hans Neuenfels, the stage director, is known for his provocative and innovative interpretations of classical works, bringing a fresh perspective to this production.
• The Staatsoper Stuttgart is one of the leading opera houses in Germany, renowned for its high artistic standards and innovative productions.
• This DVD includes a special feature introducing the characters, offering insights into their roles and significance within the opera.

Track Listing

1. Act I

   • Introduction
   • Aria: "Hier soll ich dich denn sehen" (Belmonte)
   • Aria: "Konstanze, dich wiederzusehen" (Belmonte)
   • Duet: "Vivat Bacchus! Bacchus lebe!" (Osmin, Pedrillo)

2. Act II

   • Aria: "Ach, ich liebte, war so glücklich" (Konstanze)
   • Duet: "Ich gehe, doch rate ich dir" (Konstanze, Belmonte)
   • Aria: "Welcher Wechsel herrscht in meiner Seele" (Belmonte)

3. Act III

   • Quartet: "Ach Belmonte! Ach, mein Leben!" (Konstanze, Blonde, Belmonte, Pedrillo)
   • Finale: "Nie werd’ ich deine Huld verkennen" (Chorus, Belmonte, Konstanze)

Publishers

• Arthaus Musik - A leader in producing and distributing high-quality classical music, opera, and ballet recordings.

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