Description

Manon Lescaut - Giacomo Puccini DVD

UPC: 807280727593

Product Features

Title: Manon Lescaut
Composer: Giacomo Puccini
Conductor: Riccardo Muti
Stage Director: Liliana Cavani
Orchestra and Chorus: Teatro alla Scala
Main Cast:Set Designer: Dante Ferretti
- Manon Lescaut: Maria Guleghina
- Renato Des Grieux: José Cura
- Lescaut: Lucio Gallo
- Geronte di Ravoir: Luigi Roni
- Edmondo: Marco Berti
Costume Designer: Gabriella Pescucci
Lighting Designer: Gianni Mantovanini
Chorus Master: Roberto Gabbiani
TV & Video Director: Liliana Cavani
Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
Subtitles: English (GB), German (DE), French (FR), Spanish (ES), Italian (IT)
Picture Format: 16:9
Region Code: 0 (Region-Free)
Running Time: 134 minutes
DVD Format: NTSC, Dual Layer (DVD 9)

Overview

Giacomo Puccini's "Manon Lescaut" is one of the most powerful and passionate operas in the Italian repertoire. This live recording from Teatro alla Scala in 1998 showcases the extraordinary talents of Maria Guleghina as the tragic heroine Manon and José Cura as her devoted lover Renato Des Grieux. Under the masterful direction of Riccardo Muti, this production brings Puccini's lush score to life with stunning intensity.

Directed for the stage and for television by acclaimed filmmaker Liliana Cavani, this production emphasizes the drama and emotion inherent in Puccini's music, supported by the exquisite set designs of Dante Ferretti and costumes by Gabriella Pescucci, both Academy Award-winning designers. The production is visually and musically captivating, making it a must-have for opera enthusiasts.

Interesting Facts

Riccardo Muti: A world-renowned conductor, Muti is known for his profound interpretations of Italian opera. His direction of "Manon Lescaut" highlights the emotional depth and complexity of Puccini's music.
Maria Guleghina: Known for her powerful voice and dramatic stage presence, Guleghina's portrayal of Manon Lescaut has been praised for its intensity and vulnerability.
Liliana Cavani: An acclaimed director in both film and opera, Cavani brings a cinematic approach to this production, enhancing the visual storytelling through her direction.
Teatro alla Scala: One of the most prestigious opera houses in the world, La Scala has a long history of producing outstanding performances, and this "Manon Lescaut" is no exception.
Visual Excellence: The sets and costumes, designed by Dante Ferretti and Gabriella Pescucci, respectively, add a rich, historical atmosphere to the production, making it visually as well as musically engaging.