Gaetano Donizetti - Don Pasquale (Live from the Teatro Lirico di Cagliari, 2002) | DVD

UPC: 807280725193

Product Features

• Title: Don Pasquale
• Composer: Gaetano Donizetti
• Libretto: Giovanni Ruffini after Angelo Anelli
• Main Cast:Orchestra and Chorus: Teatro Lirico di Cagliari
  • Don Pasquale: Alessandro Corbelli
  • Ernesto: Antonino Siragusa
  • Norina: Eva Mei
  • Dottor Malatesta: Roberto de Candia
  • Un Notaro: Giorgio Gatti
• Conductor: Gérard Korsten
• Chorus Master: Paolo Vero
• Assistant Chorus Master: Enrico di Maira
• Stage Director: Stefano Vizioli
• Assistant Director: Carlo Bellamio
• Set Designer: Susanna Rossi Jost
• Costume Designer: Roberta Guidi di Bagno
• Lighting Designer: Claudio Schmid
• Produced By: Teatro Comunale di Bologna
• Directed for TV and Video: Patrizia Carmine
• Special Features: Behind the scenes
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Picture Format: 16:9
• Subtitle Languages:Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
  • Italian
  • English
  • German
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Chinese
• Running Time: 121 minutes (Performance), 31 minutes (Bonus)
• DVD Format: NTSC, Dual Layer
• FSK Rating: FSK 0 (Suitable for all ages)
• Made In: Germany

Overview

This DVD captures a vibrant live performance of Gaetano Donizetti's Don Pasquale at the Teatro Lirico di Cagliari in 2002. Conducted by Gérard Korsten and directed by Stefano Vizioli, this production of the beloved dramma buffo in three acts is a delightful blend of comedy, romance, and melodious music.

The performance features an outstanding cast, including Alessandro Corbelli as the title character Don Pasquale, Eva Mei as the cunning and charming Norina, and Antonino Siragusa as Ernesto. The production is further enhanced by the dynamic staging, set designs by Susanna Rossi Jost, and period costumes by Roberta Guidi di Bagno, bringing to life the humorous and heartwarming tale of the old bachelor Don Pasquale and the trickery he faces from his young nephew and the clever Norina.

The DVD includes behind-the-scenes footage, providing viewers with a glimpse into the making of this engaging production, making it a must-have for fans of Donizetti's comic operas.

Interesting Facts

• Alessandro Corbelli's Performance: Corbelli is renowned for his comedic roles in opera, and his portrayal of Don Pasquale is widely praised for its perfect blend of humor and vocal excellence.
• Stefano Vizioli's Direction: Vizioli’s direction of Don Pasquale stays true to the spirit of the opera, emphasizing the farcical elements while also highlighting the characters' depth and humanity.
• Historical Significance: Don Pasquale, premiered in 1843, remains one of the most popular operas in the bel canto repertoire, celebrated for its witty libretto and lively, tuneful score.

Track Listing

1. Act 1
2. Act 2
3. Act 3
4. Bonus: Behind-the-scenes featurette

Publishers

• Publisher: Arthaus Musik
• Distributed By: Arthaus Musik GmbH, Germany

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