Les Huguenots – Live from the Deutsche Oper Berlin (1991) (Blu-ray Disc)

Product Information

• UPC: 807280808490
• Product Type: Blu-ray Disc
• Label: Arthaus Musik / Deutsche Oper Berlin
• Genre: Opera, Live Performance, Grand Opera
• Composer: Giacomo Meyerbeer
• Work: Les Huguenots – A Grand Opera in Five Acts
• Libretto: By Eugène Scribe and Émile Deschamps (German version by Ignatz Franz Castelli)
• Language: Sung in German
• Running Time: 156 minutes
• Picture Format: 16:9 Full HD (1080i)
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Subtitles: English, French, Spanish
• Region: Worldwide
• Disc Capacity: 25 GB (Single Layer Blu-ray)
• Release Year: 2013

Overview

Experience the grandeur of Meyerbeer’s Les Huguenots as performed live at the Deutsche Oper Berlin in 1991. This legendary production, directed for video by Brian Large, brings to life one of the most celebrated works of the 19th-century operatic repertoire. With its richly detailed sets and sumptuous costumes designed by Gottfried Pilz, Les Huguenots unfolds in five acts, offering a powerful narrative of love, conflict, and redemption set against the backdrop of religious strife. The production features an outstanding cast, including Angela Denning as Magarethe von Valois, Camille Capasso, Lucy Peacock, and Richard Leech, all supported by the exceptional Chorus and Orchestra of the Deutsche Oper Berlin under the baton of Stefan Soltesz.

Product Features

• Stellar Cast & Crew:
  • Leading Roles:
    • Angela Denning as Magarethe von Valois
    • Camille Capasso, Lucy Peacock, Richard Leech, Hartmut Welker, Martin Blasius, among others, in key roles.
  • Conductor: Stefan Soltesz, delivering a masterful performance with the Chorus and Orchestra of the Deutsche Oper Berlin.
  • Stage Direction: John Dew brings visionary insight to this classic work.
  • Set & Costume Design: Exquisitely crafted by Gottfried Pilz, enhancing the visual splendor of the production.
• High-Quality Production:
  • Filmed live in 1991 and mastered in Full HD (1080i), this Blu-ray offers a visually stunning presentation.
  • Presented in 16:9 aspect ratio with pristine PCM Stereo sound.
• Timeless Opera:
  • Les Huguenots remains a cornerstone of grand opera, renowned for its dramatic intensity, intricate vocal interplay, and historical significance.
• Global Accessibility:
  • Subtitles available in English, French, and Spanish ensure that this classic performance can be enjoyed by audiences worldwide.

Interesting Facts

• Historic Performance:
  • Recorded live at the prestigious Deutsche Oper Berlin in 1991, this production captures a landmark moment in operatic history.
• Artistic Collaboration:
  • The production is a co-production of Brilliant Media and Deutsche Oper Berlin, reflecting an exceptional collaboration that brings together top-tier artistic talent and technical expertise.
• Critical Acclaim:
  • Praised for its powerful staging and emotional depth, this production of Les Huguenots continues to inspire opera lovers and remains a significant example of 19th-century grand opera.
• Cultural Legacy:
  • Les Huguenots addresses themes of religious conflict and reconciliation, resonating with audiences through its timeless portrayal of human struggle and triumph.

Publishers

Produced by Arthaus Musik GmbH. This Blu-ray Disc is licensed for non-commercial private use only. All rights reserved.
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