Description

Giuseppe Verdi: La Traviata - Teatro Real Madrid (2-DVD Set)

UPC: 0809478009344

Product Features

Composer: Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901)
Opera: La Traviata
Cast:Conductor: Jesús López Cobos
- Violetta Valéry: Norah Amsellem
- Alfredo Germont: José Bros
- Giorgio Germont: Renato Bruson
- Flora Bervoix: Itxaro Mentxaka
- Annina: Maria Espada
- Gastone: Emilio Sánchez
- Baron Douphol: David Rubiera
- The Marquis of Obigny: Marco Moncloa
- Doctor Grenvil: Lorenzo Muzzi
Orchestra & Chorus: Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra & Chorus)
Stage Director & Set/Costume Designer: Pier Luigi Pizzi
Picture Format: 16:9 Anamorphic, NTSC
Sound Formats: LPCM Stereo
Subtitles: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Region Code: All Regions
Running Time: Approx. 170 minutes

Overview

This Opus Arte DVD presents Pier Luigi Pizzi's visually stunning production of Verdi's La Traviata, recorded live at the Teatro Real Madrid. Norah Amsellem leads an exceptional cast as the tragic heroine Violetta Valéry, alongside José Bros as her lover Alfredo Germont and Renato Bruson as Giorgio Germont. The production, praised for its elegance and emotional depth, is filmed in high definition and features multi-track surround sound, ensuring an immersive viewing experience.

Under the baton of Jesús López Cobos, the Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Teatro Real Chorus bring Verdi's lush and dramatic score to life, creating an unforgettable performance of one of the composer's most beloved operas. The production blends timeless beauty with modern theatrical elements, offering a fresh take on this classic tale of love, sacrifice, and societal judgment.

Interesting Facts

Pier Luigi Pizzi, the stage director and designer, is known for his minimalist yet visually striking productions, and this La Traviata is no exception, with its elegant sets and sophisticated costumes.
Norah Amsellem delivers a captivating performance as Violetta, blending vocal brilliance with emotional intensity, making her portrayal one of the highlights of the production.
Renato Bruson, one of the most renowned Verdi baritones, gives a powerful performance as Giorgio Germont, bringing depth and gravitas to the role.
The opera’s famous drinking song, "Libiamo ne' lieti calici," and the heartbreaking "Addio del passato" are performed with emotional power and precision.