Description

Madama Butterfly – Live from the Staatsoper Hamburg (2012) (Blu-ray Disc)

Product Information

UPC: 807280810691
Product Type: Blu-ray Disc
Label: Arthaus Musik
Genre: Opera, Live Performance, Classical Music
Composer: Giacomo Puccini
Work: Madama Butterfly – Opera in three acts
Libretto: By Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa
Recording Venue: Staatsoper Hamburg, Germany (2012)
Running Time: 137 minutes
Picture Format: 16:9, 1080i High Definition
Audio Format: PCM Stereo
Subtitles: Italian (Original), English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Korean
Disc Capacity: 25 GB (Single Layer Blu-ray)
Region: Worldwide

Overview

Experience Puccini’s timeless masterpiece Madama Butterfly as performed live at the Staatsoper Hamburg in 2012. This Blu-ray release captures the operatic brilliance and dramatic intensity of a production that brings together exceptional vocal artistry, exquisite stagecraft, and innovative design. Under the sensitive musical direction of Alexander Joel and dynamic stage direction by Vincent Boussard, the performance is celebrated for its authenticity and modern appeal, making the art form accessible even to newcomers.

Product Features

Stellar Cast:
- Cio-Cio San: Alexia Voulgaridou
- Suzuki: Cristina Damian
- B.F. Pinkerton: Kate Pinkerton
- Sharpless: Teodor Ilincai
- II Principe Yamadori: Lauri Vasar
- La Cieca: Additional featured artist (as noted)
Exceptional Production Team:
- Conductor: Alexander Joel leads the Philharmoniker Hamburg and Chorus of the Staatsoper Hamburg
- Stage Direction: Vincent Boussard
- Costume Design: Christian Lacroix
- Additional Creative Credits:
  - Chorus Master: Christian Günther
  - Set Designer, Lighting Designer: (Credited to Vincent Lemaire and Guido Levi respectively)
  - Directed for Video by Myriam Hoyer
  - Produced by e-motion Factory GmbH Bremen for NDR in cooperation with ARTE
High-Quality Visuals & Sound:
- Presented in 1080i High Definition on a 25 GB single-layer Blu-ray disc
- Immersive audio delivered in PCM Stereo
Authentic and Modern:
- The production is noted for its sophisticated musical interpretation and contemporary staging that bridges tradition with modern sensibilities.

Interesting Facts

Critical Acclaim:
- Hamburger Abendblatt praises Alexia Voulgaridou’s performance as both an actress and a singer, describing the production as “exciting, authentic, modern and perfectly suited to make the allegedly artificial art form of opera a great experience, even for newcomers.”
- Die Welt highlights the powerful performances of Romanian tenor Teodor Ilincai and Estonian baritone Lauri Vasar, who received well-deserved ovations.
Innovative Collaboration:
- This production combines the expertise of internationally renowned artists with visionary stage and costume design by Christian Lacroix, creating a visually striking and emotionally compelling performance.
Prestigious Venue:
- Recorded live at the Staatsoper Hamburg, the production showcases the rich operatic tradition of one of Germany’s most esteemed opera houses.