Johann Nestroy & Carl Binder - Tannhäuser in 80 Minuten (1857) DVD 

UPC 811691018041

Overview

Johann Nestroy & Carl Binder’s Tannhäuser in 80 Minuten is a comedic parody based on Richard Wagner’s famous opera Tannhäuser. This witty, lighthearted adaptation, performed by the Volksoper Wien, reduces Wagner’s grand operatic drama into an accessible and humorous 80-minute performance. Featuring actor and singer Robert Meyer and the Neue Wiener Concert Schrammeln ensemble, the production blends humor with musical finesse, creating a unique experience that pays homage to the original work while adding a playful twist.

Product Features

• Format: DVD, NTSC, 16:9 Color
• Audio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
• Total Runtime: Approx. 85 minutes
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• Subtitles: German, English, French
• Menu Languages: German, English, French

Cast and Production

• Main Performer: Robert Meyer
• Ensemble: Neue Wiener Concert SchrammelnProduction and Direction: Robert Meyer
  • Peter Uhler - Violin
  • Valmir Ziu - Violin
  • Günter Haumer - Chromatic Accordion
  • Peter Havlicek - Contraguitar
• Technical Coordination: Friedemann Klappert
• Costume and Decor Workshops: Paul Zündel, Annette Beaufays

Interesting Facts

• Opera Parody: This adaptation reimagines Wagner's operatic tale in a playful, shortened format, perfect for audiences looking for a blend of humor and classical music.
• Volksoper Wien Collaboration: A co-production by the Volksoper Wien and Phoenix Edition, this DVD captures the charm of Vienna's musical theater tradition.
• Backstage Insight: Special features include an interview with Robert Meyer, offering a behind-the-scenes look at his approach to this comical reworking of Wagner’s opera.

Special Features

• Tannhäuser Backstage: Interview with Robert Meyer
• Subtitles: Available in German, English, and French

Publisher

Phoenix Music Media GmbH, Vienna, Austria, in collaboration with Volksoper Wien

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