Giacomo Puccini's Turandot DVD: The Metropolitan Opera Production

UPC: 0044007305898

Product Features

• Format: DVD Video
• Production: Metropolitan Opera, directed by Franco Zeffirelli
• Cast Highlights:Conductor: James Levine
  • Turandot: Eva Marton
  • Calaf: Plácido Domingo
  • Liù: Leona Mitchell
  • Timur: Paul Plishka
• Chorus and Orchestra: The Metropolitan Opera Chorus and Orchestra
• Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, PCM Stereo
• Subtitles Available: English, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Chinese
• Menu Languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese
• Region: Code 0 (Worldwide)
• Total Runtime: 132 minutes
• Picture Format: NTSC, Color, 4:3
• Bonus Features:
  • Picture Gallery: "Turandot at the Met"
  • Trailer

Overview

This Turandot DVD showcases one of Giacomo Puccini's most magnificent operas, presented in a stellar Metropolitan Opera production directed by Franco Zeffirelli. Renowned for its dramatic staging and iconic music, including the famous aria "Nessun Dorma," this performance brings together an exceptional cast under the baton of James Levine.

Filmed in 1988, this timeless masterpiece is captured in its full glory, featuring Eva Marton's commanding portrayal of the icy Princess Turandot and Plácido Domingo's impassioned rendition of Calaf. The Metropolitan Opera Chorus and Orchestra provide the powerful musical foundation that enriches every scene of this captivating dramma lirico.

Interesting Facts

• Director Franco Zeffirelli is celebrated for his lavish and detailed productions, which often become iconic representations of the works they depict. His direction of Turandot is considered one of the most visually stunning opera productions.
• James Levine conducted the Metropolitan Opera for decades, becoming one of its defining musical forces.
• This production is notable for its all-star cast, including Eva Marton, whose voice has been lauded as ideal for the demanding role of Turandot.
• The opera Turandot was unfinished at the time of Puccini's death in 1924. The final act was completed by Franco Alfano based on Puccini's sketches.
• "Nessun Dorma," an aria from the opera, gained international fame as a standalone piece, particularly after being performed by Luciano Pavarotti during the 1990 FIFA World Cup.

Publishers

• Distributed By: Universal Music
• Produced By: Deutsche Grammophon GmbH

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