Description

Jules Massenet's Werther - Live from the Vienna State Opera

UPC: 807280714197

Product Features

Title: Werther
Composer: Jules Massenet
Libretto: Edouard Blau, Paul Milliet & Georges Hartmann, based on Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Conductor: Philippe Jordan
Stage Director: Andrei Serban
Chorus Master: Ernst Dunshirn
Chorus and Orchestra: Vienna State Opera
Featured Artists: Marcelo Álvarez (Werther), Elīna Garanča (Charlotte), Adrian Eröd (Albert), Alfred Šramek (Le Bailli), Peter Jelosits (Schmidt), Clemens Unterreiner (Johann Brühlmann), Ileana Tonca (Sophie), Maria Gusenleitner (Käthchen)

Overview

Experience Jules Massenet’s lyrical drama Werther in this stunning live performance recorded at the Vienna State Opera in 2005. Directed by the acclaimed Andrei Serban and conducted by Philippe Jordan, this production captures the emotional intensity and exquisite music of Massenet’s opera.

Marcelo Álvarez and Elīna Garanča deliver compelling performances in the lead roles, bringing to life the tragic romance of Werther and Charlotte. The DVD also includes a special bonus feature, showcasing the stars at the Vienna Opera Ball before the opening night.

Interesting Facts

Original Composition: Werther premiered in 1892, and it remains a cornerstone of French opera.
Live Performance: This recording is from a live performance at the prestigious Vienna State Opera, renowned for its rich operatic history.
Bonus Feature: The DVD includes an exclusive behind-the-scenes look with Marcelo Álvarez and Elīna Garanča at the Vienna Opera Ball, offering a glimpse into the glamour surrounding the opera’s debut.