John Adams - El Niño (Live from the Théâtre Musical de Paris - Châtelet, 2000) DVD

UPC: 807280166996

Product Features

Special Features:

• Composer: John Adams
• Conductor: Kent Nagano
• Orchestra: Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
• Soloists:
  • Soprano: Dawn Upshaw
  • Mezzo-Soprano: Lorraine Hunt Lieberson
  • Baritone: Willard White
• Dancers:Stage Director: Peter Sellars
  • Daniela Graça
  • Nora Kimball
  • Michael Schumacher
• Theatre: Théâtre Musical de Paris - Châtelet
• Libretto: John Adams & Peter Sellars
• Theatre of Voices: Directed by Paul Hillier
• London Voices: Directed by Terry Edwards
• Costume Designer: Leon Wieber
• Lighting Designer: James F. Ingalls
• Video Director: Peter Maniura
• Special Features: "Making of" including interviews with Peter Sellars, Kent Nagano, Dawn Upshaw, and John Adams.
• Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.0
• Subtitles: English (Original Language), German, French, Spanish
• Picture Format: 16:9
• Region Code: 0 (Region-Free)
• Running Time: 119 minutes + 28 minutes (Making of)
• DVD Format: NTSC
• FSK Rating: 0 (Suitable for all ages)
• Year of Production: 2000 (DVD release 2013)
• Publisher: Arthaus Musik GmbH

Overview

John Adams - El Niño is a profound and innovative oratorio that reimagines the story of the Nativity through a combination of contemporary classical music, dance, and multimedia. This live performance, recorded at the Théâtre Musical de Paris - Châtelet in 2000, features the Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin under the baton of Kent Nagano, with a stellar cast including Dawn Upshaw, Lorraine Hunt Lieberson, and Willard White. The production is directed by the visionary Peter Sellars, known for his bold interpretations and collaborations with John Adams.

The libretto, co-written by Adams and Sellars, weaves together biblical texts with poetry and prose from Latin American sources, creating a rich tapestry of sound and meaning. The work is praised for its inventive and fertile score, described by The Times as one of Adams' most compelling creations.

Interesting Facts

• John Adams: A leading figure in contemporary classical music, Adams is known for his minimalist style and works that often address social and political themes. El Niño is one of his most celebrated compositions, blending ancient texts with modern sensibilities.

• Kent Nagano: An esteemed conductor, Nagano is recognized for his interpretations of both traditional and contemporary repertoire. His collaboration with Adams in El Niño showcases his ability to bring complex modern works to life with clarity and emotion.

• Peter Sellars: A renowned director, Sellars is famous for his innovative approach to opera and theater. His staging of El Niño incorporates dance and multimedia elements, enhancing the narrative's emotional impact.

• Critical Acclaim: The performance received high praise, with The Sunday Times Magazine highlighting the "high-carat achievement" of the musical performance under Nagano's "evangelic baton."

Publishers

• Produced by: Arm Associates/1GM/Théâtre Musical de Paris Châtelet/France/BDC/Mezzo, in association with Kinowelt Home Entertainment.
• Distributed by: Arthaus Musik GmbH

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