Description
Giuseppe Verdi - Un Ballo in Maschera (Luciano Pavarotti, Metropolitan Opera) DVD
UPC: 044007302996
Product Features
- Title: Un Ballo in Maschera (A Masked Ball)
- Composer: Giuseppe Verdi
- Conductor: James Levine
- Performers:
- Gustavo III: Luciano Pavarotti
- Renato Anckarström: Leo Nucci
- Amelia: Aprile Millo
- Ulrica: Florence Quivar
- Oscar: Harolyn Blackwell
- Cristiano: Gordon Hawkins
- Horn: Terry Cook
- Ribbing: Jeffrey Wells
- Un giudice: Charles Anthony
- Un servo di Amelia: Richard Fracker
- Orchestra and Chorus: The Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and ChorusProduction, Set, Costume, and Lighting Design: Piero Faggioni
- Chorus Master: John Keenan
- Stage Production: Piero Faggioni
- Video Director: Brian Large
- Audio Producer: Jay David Saks
Special Features
- Bonus:Sound: DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1, PCM Stereo
- Picture Gallery: "Un Ballo in Maschera at the Met"
- Trailer
- Picture Format: NTSC, 4:3, Color
- Subtitles: Italian (original language), English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese
- Menu Languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese
- Region Code: 0 (All regions)
- Total Runtime: 137 minutes
Overview
This Metropolitan Opera production of Giuseppe Verdi's Un Ballo in Maschera features the legendary Luciano Pavarotti in one of his most celebrated roles, alongside a stellar cast including Leo Nucci and Aprile Millo. Conducted by the acclaimed James Levine, the production delivers a thrilling and dramatic performance of Verdi's opera about political intrigue, forbidden love, and betrayal.
With a stunning stage production, directed by Piero Faggioni, and lavish set and costume designs, this live recording from the Metropolitan Opera showcases Verdi’s intense and passionate score. The opera, set against the backdrop of a masked ball, deals with themes of loyalty, revenge, and tragic love, culminating in a powerful and emotional finale.
The bonus features include a picture gallery that provides a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes moments at the Met.
Interesting Facts
- Luciano Pavarotti, one of the greatest tenors of the 20th century, delivers an extraordinary performance as Gustavo III, demonstrating his vocal mastery in one of Verdi’s most demanding roles.
- James Levine, who was the Artistic Director of the Metropolitan Opera, is celebrated for his interpretations of Verdi’s works, and this production highlights his exceptional conducting skills.
- Un Ballo in Maschera was originally set in Sweden, based on the assassination of King Gustav III, but was moved to a more generic European setting to avoid political controversy when it premiered.
Track Listing
- Gustavo III – Luciano Pavarotti
- Renato Anckarström – Leo Nucci
- Amelia – Aprile Millo
- Ulrica – Florence Quivar
- Oscar – Harolyn Blackwell
- Cristiano – Gordon Hawkins
- Horn – Terry Cook
- Ribbing – Jeffrey Wells
- Un giudice – Charles Anthony
- Un servo di Amelia – Richard Fracker
Performed by the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Chorus, conducted by James Levine.
Bonus Content
- Picture Gallery: "Un Ballo in Maschera at the Met"
- Trailer
Publishers
- Label: Deutsche Grammophon
- Year of Release: 2002 (Original production: 1991)
- Made in: EU
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