Il Matrimonio Segreto: A Dynamic Opera Buffa – A New Production from Opéra Royal de Wallonie (DVD Video)

Product Information

Details

• UPC: 8007144336318
• Product Type: DVD Video
• Genre: Opera Buffa (Comic Opera)
• Language: Italian (with subtitles)
• Format: DVD, NTSC, 16:9, Colour
• Playing Time: 155 minutes
• Recording Details: Recorded at the Opéra Royal de Wallonie – Liège in February 2008; Original DVD Recording by Dynamic Srl
• Edition: Ricordi edition of Domenico Cimarosa’s Il matrimonio segreto (The Secret Marriage)
• Libretto: By Giovanni Bertati, based on The Clandestine Marriage by George Colman

Overview

Il Matrimonio Segreto is a celebrated opera buffa in two acts by Domenico Cimarosa that continues to captivate audiences with its blend of humor, romance, and intricate plot twists. This new production from the Opéra Royal de Wallonie – Liège brings fresh energy to the timeless tale of secret marriages and unexpected entanglements. The opera tells the story of Paolino, who has secretly married Carolina, daughter of Geronimo, and the ensuing comical complications as family loyalties and forbidden loves intertwine. Originally premiered in Vienna in 1792 to great acclaim, this dynamic recording revives the witty and engaging spirit of Cimarosa’s masterpiece.

Product Features

• Visual & Audio Quality: Presented in high-quality NTSC format with Linear PCM 20 audio, ensuring an immersive viewing experience.
• Multilingual Accessibility: Subtitles available for enhanced comprehension.
• Stunning Production:
  • Cast Highlights:
    • Carolina: Cinzia Forte
    • Elisetta: Priscille Laplace
    • Fidalma: Damiana Pinti
    • Il signor Geronimo: Alberto Rinaldi
    • Paolino: Aldo Caputo
    • II Conte Robinson: Mario Cassi
  • Musical Excellence: Performed by the Opéra Royal de Wallonie – Liège Orchestra under the baton of conductor Giovanni Antonini.
  • Artistic Vision: Directed and lit by Stefano Mazzonis di Pralafera, with set design by Jean-Guy Lecat and costume design by Fernand Ruiz, this production offers a visually compelling and engaging interpretation of the opera.

Interesting Facts

Production Highlights

• Historical Legacy: Premiered in Vienna in 1792, Il matrimonio segreto quickly became a cornerstone of the opera buffa repertoire, celebrated for its witty and lively narrative.
• Engaging Plot: The opera’s humorous yet heartfelt story revolves around secret marriages and the tangled web of love and family, culminating in a series of comical situations that lead to a joyful resolution.
• Dynamic New Production: This DVD captures a vibrant new production by the Opéra Royal de Wallonie – Liège, recorded in February 2008, which reinvigorates the classic with contemporary staging and innovative direction.

Publishers

Produced by Dynamic Srl in 2009. All rights reserved. This DVD is a testament to the enduring appeal of Cimarosa’s work, blending historical significance with modern production values for an unforgettable operatic experience.

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