Description

Gaetano Donizetti: La Favorite - A Timeless Opera Masterpiece (2 DVD Set)

Product Information

Key Details

UPC: 8007144378226
Product Type: 2 DVD Opera Collection
Title: La Favorite
Composer: Gaetano Donizetti (Bergamo, 1797–1848)
Opera Structure: Opera in four acts
Librettists: Alphonse Royer, Gustave Vaez, and Eugene Scribe
Critical Edition: Edited by Rebecca Harris-Warrick
Format: VIDEO – DYNAMIC
Recording Venue: Opera di Firenze, Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
Recording Dates: February 2010; 2018 Dynamic Set
Audio: DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1-PCM / 2.0 stereo
Runtime: 156 minutes
Regions: D-All regions
Subtitles: COLOUR-NTSC

Overview

"La Favorite" is a distinguished critical edition of Gaetano Donizetti’s renowned opera, presented by the Opera di Firenze Maggio Musicale Fiorentino. This production features an exceptional cast including Veronica Simeoni, Celso Albelo, and Mattia Olivieri, under the visionary direction of Ariel García Valdés and co-direction by Derek Gimpel. With its dynamic video presentation across 2 DVDs and pristine audio quality, this opera brings to life a powerful narrative through a masterful blend of vocal artistry and orchestral excellence.

Italian Translation – Overview (Panoramica)

"La Favorite" è un'edizione critica distintiva della celebre opera di Gaetano Donizetti, presentata dall'Opera di Firenze Maggio Musicale Fiorentino. Questa produzione vanta un cast eccezionale, con interpretazioni di Veronica Simeoni, Celso Albelo e Mattia Olivieri, sotto la direzione visionaria di Ariel García Valdés e la codirezione di Derek Gimpel. Con una presentazione video dinamica distribuita su 2 DVD e un audio di qualità impeccabile, quest'opera dà vita a una narrazione intensa attraverso una fusione magistrale di arte vocale ed eccellenza orchestrale.

Product Features

Format & Presentation

Media Format: 2 DVD set featuring dynamic video quality
Packaging: Collector’s edition with original design elements celebrating classical opera aesthetics
Audio Quality: DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1-PCM with stereo options for an immersive experience

Cast & Crew Highlights

Principal Cast: Additional Artists: Ugo Guagliardo, Manuel Amati, Francesca Longari, Leonardo Sgroi, Paolo Arcangeli, Cristiano Colangelo, Domenico Nuovo, Pierangelo Preziosa
- Veronica Simeoni
- Celso Albelo
- Mattia Olivieri
Direction:
- Director: Ariel García Valdés
- Co-director: Derek Gimpel
Design & Production:
- Set and Costume Designer: Jean-Pierre Vergier
- Light Designer: Dominique Borrini
Musical Ensemble:Staging Collaboration: Staging by the Gran Teatre del Liceu of Barcelona, in collaboration with Teatro Real of Madrid
- Orchestra and Chorus of the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
- Conductor: Fabio Luisi
- Chorus Master: Lorenzo Fratini
Video Production: Video Director Matteo Ricchetti; Recording by Rino Trasi

Additional Technical Details

Subtitle Format: COLOUR-NTSC
Region Code: D-All regions

Interesting Facts

Unique Production Insights

Critical Collaboration:
The production is enriched by the collaboration with the Municipality of Bergamo and the Fondazione Donizetti, ensuring historical and cultural authenticity.
Innovative Edition:
The critical edition, prepared by Rebecca Harris-Warrick, offers an insightful interpretation that balances traditional elements with modern staging innovations.
Artistic Excellence:
This recording brings together a stellar ensemble from the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino with renowned professionals in stage direction, set design, and video production, making it a landmark presentation in the world of opera.

Italian Translation – Interesting Facts (Curiosità e Approfondimenti)

Collaborazione Critica:
La produzione è arricchita dalla collaborazione con il Comune di Bergamo e la Fondazione Donizetti, garantendo un'autenticità storica e culturale.
Edizione Innovativa:
L'edizione critica, curata da Rebecca Harris-Warrick, offre un'interpretazione illuminante che bilancia elementi tradizionali con innovazioni sceniche moderne.
Eccellenza Artistica:
Questa registrazione riunisce un ensemble stellare del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino insieme a professionisti di fama nella regia, nel design scenico e nella produzione video, rendendola una presentazione di riferimento nel mondo dell'opera.

Track Listing (Acts & Extras)

Act 1: Introduction and Opening Arias
Act 2: Development of the Plot and Key Duets
Act 3: Climax with Ensemble Performances
Act 4: Resolution and Final Choruses
Extras: Behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with the cast and crew, and additional artistic content

Publishers

Published by Casa Ricordi, Milano. This edition is brought to you in collaboration with Opera di Firenze Maggio Musicale Fiorentino and the Municipality of Bergamo, with contributions from the Fondazione Donizetti.

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