Description

Giuseppe Verdi: Legendary Nabucco – A Live Masterpiece | WIENER STAATSOPER DVD

Product Information

UPC: 807280915792
Product Type: DVD
Genre: Opera – Live Performance, Classical Music
Original Language: Italian
Subtitles: Italian, English, German, French, Spanish
Format: DVD 9 NTSC
Region Code: 0
Running Time: 126 minutes
Catalog No.: 109157

Overview

"Wiener Staatsoper: Legendary Nabucco" captures an extraordinary live performance of Giuseppe Verdi’s opera Nabucco, as staged at the Vienna State Opera in 2001. Renowned director Günter Krämer focuses on the poignant interpersonal conflicts and the tragic fall of a mighty king by using a nearly empty stage to emphasize the power of character and imagery. Featuring stellar performances by Leo Nucci as Nabucco, Maria Guleghina as Abigaille, along with Miroslav Dvorský, Giacomo Prestia, and Marina Domashenko, and led by conductor Fabio Luisi, this DVD offers opera lovers an unmissable experience that marries historical depth with artistic minimalism.

Product Features

Format & Picture: DVD 9 NTSC with a 16:9 widescreen picture format
Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1
Running Time: 126 minutes
Licensing: Licensed for non-commercial private use only; public performance, broadcast, or reproduction is strictly prohibited
Additional Information: Copy protected DVD; Made in Austria

Interesting Facts

Artistic and Historical Insights

Artistic Vision: Director Günter Krämer redefines traditional staging by concentrating on the emotional and interpersonal dynamics within Nabucco, emphasizing the tragic loss of power through a nearly empty stage that spotlights the depth of the characters.
Renowned Cast: The performance features celebrated artists such as Leo Nucci, whose “fascinating timbre” and intense acting bring Nabucco to life, alongside Maria Guleghina—renowned for her dynamic portrayal as Abigaille—and other distinguished talents including Miroslav Dvorský, Giacomo Prestia, and Marina Domashenko.
Cultural Legacy: This production is celebrated for its minimalist artistic approach that focuses on raw emotion and character development, offering a fresh perspective compared to the traditionally opulent productions of Verdi’s works.