Description
Gaetano Donizetti - L'elisir d'amore (DVD)
UPC 5099926727790
Overview:
Enjoy the beloved Italian comic opera L’elisir d’amore by Gaetano Donizetti in this vibrant live production from the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona. Featuring the dynamic Rolando Villazón as the lovesick Nemorino and María Bayo as the captivating Adina, this charming tale of love and deception unfolds with humor and romance. Under the musical direction of Daniele Callegari and stage direction by Mario Gas, the performance delivers an authentic and visually engaging experience, complete with vibrant set and costume design.
Product Features:
- Format: DVD, NTSC (Region-Free)
- Audio Options: LPCM Stereo, DTS 5.1 Surround
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Color
- Total Runtime: 152 minutes
- Menu Language: English
- Subtitles: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Catalan
- Featured Performers:
- Adina: María Bayo
- Nemorino: Rolando Villazón
- Belcore: Jean-Luc Chaignaud
- Doctor Dulcamara: Bruno Praticò
- Giannetta: Cristina Obregón
Interesting Facts:
- Star Cast: Rolando Villazón, renowned for his expressive tenor and dynamic stage presence, captures the role of Nemorino with charm and humor, perfectly matched by María Bayo’s spirited portrayal of Adina.
- Unique Staging: Directed by Mario Gas, this production combines traditional elements with modern staging, supported by Marcelo Grande’s bold set and costume design that enhances the opera’s comic elements.
- Famous Aria: This opera features one of the most famous tenor arias, “Una furtiva lagrima,” where Nemorino expresses his hopes of winning Adina’s love.
- Acclaimed Chorus and Orchestra: The Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of the Gran Teatre del Liceu, led by chorus master José Luis Basso, bring depth and energy to Donizetti’s score, enriching the lively atmosphere of this operatic gem.
Publishers:
Produced by: Gran Teatre del Liceu, Barcelona
Distributed by: EMI Records Ltd / Virgin Classics
DVD Production: Johannes Müller, msm-studios Gmbh, Munich
TV Direction: Xavi Bové
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