Hans Werner Henze - The Bassarids - Salzburg Festival 2018 DVD

UPC: 4058407094128

Product Features

• Format: 2-DVD set, NTSC, 16:9 aspect ratio
• Conductor: Kent Nagano
• Stage Director: Krzysztof Warlikowski
• Cast:Orchestra: Wiener Philharmoniker
  • Sean Panikkar (Dionysus)
  • Russell Braun (Pentheus)
  • Willard White (Cadmus)
  • Nikolai Schukoff (Tiresias/Calliope)
  • Károly Szemerédy (Captain/Adonis)
  • Tanja Ariane Baumgartner (Agave/Venus)
  • Vera-Lotte Böcker (Autonoe/Proserpine)
  • Anna Maria Dur (Beroe)
• Chorus: Konzertvereinigung Wiener Staatsopernchor
• Subtitles: English, German, Japanese, Korean
• Audio: PCM Stereo, DTS 5.1
• Running Time: 165 minutes
• Picture Format: 16:9
• Region Code: 0 (Region Free)

Overview

Hans Werner Henze's The Bassarids, a modern opera based on Euripides’ The Bacchae, returns to the Salzburg Festival 52 years after its premiere. This 2018 production, directed by Krzysztof Warlikowski, takes the audience on a psychological journey, contrasting the hedonistic allure of Dionysus with the rigid asceticism of King Pentheus. Conducted by Kent Nagano, with a stellar cast led by Sean Panikkar and Russell Braun, this opera examines themes of identity, power, and control. Filmed live at the Felsenreitschule, the production is as visually stunning as it is musically profound, enhanced by the remarkable Wiener Philharmoniker and Wiener Staatsopernchor.

Interesting Facts

• Henze's Modern Classic: The Bassarids, first premiered in 1966, is one of Henze's most significant works, blending elements of classical tragedy with modern operatic form.
• Libretto by W. H. Auden and Chester Kallman: The libretto, based on The Bacchae by Euripides, was crafted by the renowned poet Auden and his collaborator Kallman, adding layers of psychological depth and literary finesse.
• Salzburg Festival Legacy: The Salzburg Festival has been a historic platform for groundbreaking productions, and this 2018 revival of The Bassarids stands out as one of the festival’s major successes.
• Krzysztof Warlikowski’s Direction: Known for his provocative interpretations, Warlikowski’s staging highlights the contemporary relevance of the story, focusing on the clash between freedom and repression.
• Sean Panikkar as Dionysus: Panikkar’s portrayal of the god of wine and revelry is both captivating and unsettling, drawing praise for his powerful performance.

Publishers

• Label: Arthaus Musik
• Year: 2019
• Website: www.arthaus-musik.com

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