Description
Madama Butterfly - Staatsoper Hamburg DVD
UPC: 807280218794
Product Features
- Title: Madama Butterfly
- Composer: Giacomo Puccini
- Libretto by: Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa
- Starring: Alexia Voulgaridou, Cristina Damian, Teodor Ilincai, Lauri Vasar
- Orchestra: Philharmoniker Hamburg
- Chorus: Chorus of the Staatsoper Hamburg
- Conductor: Alexander Joel
- Stage Director: Vincent Boussard
- Costumes by: Christian Lacroix
- Set Designer: Vincent Lemaire
- Lighting Designer: Guido Levi
- Region Code: 0 (Region Free)
- Format: DVD9, NTSC
- Sound: PCM Stereo
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Language: Italian (Original), with subtitles in Italian, Greek, German, French, and Spanish
- Running Time: 137 minutes
- FSK Rating: Suitable for all ages
- Release Date: 2014 by Arthaus Musik GmbH
- Production: E-Motion Factory GmbH Bremen, in cooperation with ARTE and NDR
Overview
"Madama Butterfly" by Giacomo Puccini is a compelling tale of love, sacrifice, and betrayal. Set in Japan, the opera tells the story of Cio-Cio San, a young geisha who falls deeply in love with an American naval officer, B.F. Pinkerton. The delicate balance between Cio-Cio San's cultural values and the stark reality of her situation unfolds through Puccini's beautiful score, filled with poignant, evocative melodies that capture the depth of her love and despair. This live 2012 production, recorded at the Staatsoper Hamburg, features an inspired performance by Alexia Voulgaridou as Cio-Cio San, whose remarkable acting and vocal ability bring the character’s tragic journey to life.
Interesting Facts
- Alexia Voulgaridou's Performance: Renowned for her compelling portrayal, Voulgaridou received high praise for her emotional depth and vocal precision, with Hamburger Abendblatt describing her as “impressive both as an actress and a singer.”
- Teodor Ilincai & Lauri Vasar: Romanian tenor Teodor Ilincai (B.F. Pinkerton) and Estonian baritone Lauri Vasar (Sharpless) contributed powerful performances, earning applause for their interpretation of complex roles.
- Iconic Costume Design by Christian Lacroix: The production's aesthetics are elevated by Lacroix's striking costumes, merging traditional Japanese elements with modern artistry, enhancing the drama’s timeless themes.
- High-Caliber Collaboration: This production was a collaboration between E-Motion Factory GmbH Bremen and ARTE, a renowned European cultural network, furthering its cinematic quality.
- Multi-language Subtitles: The DVD includes subtitles in Italian, Greek, German, French, and Spanish, making it accessible to a global audience.
Track Listing (Scenes by Act)
- Act I: Cio-Cio San’s first appearance, the wedding scene, Pinkerton’s declaration, and the duet “Vieni, amor mio!”
- Act II: The wait for Pinkerton’s return, including Suzuki’s and Cio-Cio San’s duet.
- Act III: Final confrontation and tragic conclusion, featuring Cio-Cio San’s aria “Un bel dì vedremo.”
Publisher
Arthaus Musik GmbH
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