Description
Gaetano Donizetti: Poliuto - Glyndebourne Opera Festival, 2016 DVD
UPC: 0809478012115
Product Features
- Title: Poliuto
- Composer: Gaetano Donizetti (1797-1848)
- Production: Glyndebourne Opera Festival
- Conductor: Enrique Mazzola
- Director: Mariame Clément
- Artists:Orchestra: London Philharmonic Orchestra
- Michael Fabiano as Poliuto
- Ana María Martínez as Paolina
- Igor Golovatenko as Severo
- Matthew Rose as Callistene
- Timothy Robinson as Felice
- Emanuele D'Aguanno as Nearco
- Chorus: The Glyndebourne Chorus
- Subtitles: Italian, English, French, German, Japanese, Korean
- Running Time: Approximately 117 minutes (Opera) + 15 minutes (Extra Features)
- Audio Formats: LPCM Stereo, dts Digital Surround
- Region: All Regions, NTSC
- Format: DVD (Anamorphic 16:9)
- Release Year: 2016
- Publisher: Opus Arte
Overview
Glyndebourne's 2016 production of Poliuto by Gaetano Donizetti brings to the stage a rediscovered gem of operatic history. Originally intended as a commentary on faith and martyrdom, the opera tells the story of St. Polyeuctus, a third-century Christian martyr. Despite being forgotten for many years, Poliuto emerges as a "forgotten masterpiece," with Michael Fabiano leading the cast in the title role, alongside Ana María Martínez as Paolina and Igor Golovatenko as Severo.
The Glyndebourne Opera Festival delivers an outstanding performance with the London Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Enrique Mazzola. Critics have lauded the production for its musical brilliance, with The Guardian praising Michael Fabiano’s “thrilling, vibrant tone” and Ana María Martínez’s “pinging coloratura.” Directed by Mariame Clément, this performance blends the passion of the opera's subject matter with a poignant sense of its historical significance.
Interesting Facts
- UK Premiere: This is the first professional UK staging of Donizetti's Poliuto, a work that had long been overlooked but holds significant value in the operatic canon.
- World-Class Talent: Michael Fabiano, known for his powerful voice and top-tier performances, was awarded both the Beverly Sills and Richard Tucker awards, affirming his status as one of the leading tenors of his generation.
- Critical Edition: The version used in this performance is a critical edition prepared by scholars William Ashbrook and Roger Parker, ensuring historical and musical accuracy.
- Production Highlights: The extra features provide fascinating behind-the-scenes insights, including interviews with director Mariame Clément and other key figures discussing the preparation for this UK premiere.
Track Listing
- Act 1 - The conversion of Poliuto
- Act 2 - The conflict with Paolina
- Act 3 - Poliuto's martyrdom
- Bonus Feature: Passion & Faith - Preparing for a UK Premiere
- Bonus Feature: Love & Oppression - Interview with Mariame Clément
- Cast gallery
Publishers
- Opus Arte
- Royal Opera House Enterprises Ltd.
- Co-production with François Roussillon et Associés and Mezzo, in association with France Télévisions, supported by Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée.
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