Mlada – Bolshoi Theatre DVD | Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

UPC: 9120005650992

Product Features

• Composer: Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
• Title: Mlada, A Magic Opera in Four Acts
• Libretto: Stepan Gedeonov and Viktor Krylov
• Principal Cast:Supporting Cast: Includes prominent soloists and dancers of the Bolshoi Theatre
  • Mstiwoi, Prince of Ratarsk: Gleb Nikolsky
  • Woislawa (his daughter): Makvala Kasrashvili
  • Jaromir, Prince of Arkonsi: Oleg Kulko
  • Morena: Galina Borisova
  • Shadow of Princess Mlada: Nina Ananiashvili
  • Shadow of Queen Cleopatra: Elena Zaremba
• Chorus and Orchestra: Bolshoi Theatre
• Conductor: Alexander Lazarev
• Director: Boris Pokrovsky
• Choreographer: Andrey Petrov
• Artistic Director: Valery Levental
• Recording Date: Live at the Bolshoi Theatre, 1989
• Total Running Time: 158 minutes
• Audio: Dolby Digital
• Video Format: Color, 4:3 aspect ratio
• Region Code: 0 (Region-free, compatible worldwide)
• Subtitles Available: German, English
• Booklet Languages: German, English, French, Italian, Spanish

Overview

Dive into the magical world of Mlada, a rarely performed masterpiece by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, captured live at the Bolshoi Theatre in 1989. This opera, a “magic opera” in four acts, combines elements of drama, ballet, and the supernatural. Set in ancient Slavic lands, Mlada tells the story of betrayal, mysticism, and the confrontation between earthly powers and the supernatural, with vivid characters such as the Princess Woislawa and her father, Prince Mstiwoi, and featuring appearances by spectral figures including Cleopatra’s spirit.

The Bolshoi’s production, directed by Boris Pokrovsky with choreography by Andrey Petrov, is both visually and musically enchanting, with elaborate sets and costumes designed by Valery Levental that transport viewers to the mystical and magical setting of Rimsky-Korsakov’s imagination. The performance showcases the Bolshoi’s famous opera, ballet, and orchestral talent, brought to life under the baton of Alexander Lazarev.

Interesting Facts

• Historical Significance: Mlada premiered in 1892 at the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg. Known as one of Rimsky-Korsakov's more fantastical works, it combines Russian folklore with themes of paganism and magic.
• Rare Performance: Due to its demanding staging requirements, Mlada is rarely performed. This Bolshoi Theatre production captures one of the few complete performances of the opera.
• Choreographic Integration: The production integrates ballet sequences with opera, bringing a unique blend of operatic and balletic performance that highlights the Bolshoi’s exceptional talent in both fields.
• Supernatural Elements: Rimsky-Korsakov’s work is known for his vivid orchestration, here used to portray otherworldly beings like the spirits of Mlada and Cleopatra, as well as pagan deities that influence the fate of the characters.

Track Listing

1. Act I

   • Introduction of main characters
   • Scenes setting the political and mystical tensions

2. Act II

   • The invocation of supernatural forces
   • Dances and interactions with spirits

3. Act III

   • Climax with ballet sequences depicting spectral apparitions

4. Act IV

   • Resolution involving confrontations between mortal and supernatural realms
   • Final scenes and curtain calls

Publishers

• Label: Klassik / Videoland
• Release Year: 2005

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