Description
Mozart - Idomeneo: Bayerische Staatsoper DVD
UPC: 880242724489
Product Features
- Title: Idomeneo
- Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
- Performance Venue: Cuvilliés Theatre, Munich
- Orchestra: Bayerisches Staatsorchester
- Conductor: Kent Nagano
- Main Cast:Chorus: Chor und Extrachor der Bayerischen Staatsoper
- Idomeneo: John Mark Ainsley
- Idamante: Pavol Breslik
- Ilia: Juliane Banse
- Elettra: Annette Dasch
- Arbace: Rainer Trost
- Gran Sacerdote di Nettuno: Guy de Mey
- La voce: Steven Humes
- Chorus Master: Andrés Maspero
- Stage Director: Dieter Dorn
- Stage and Costume Design: Jürgen Rose
- Lighting Design: Tobias Löffler
- Choreographic Assistance: Marco Santi
- Dramaturgy: Hans-Joachim Ruckhäberle, Peter Heilker
- Recording Location: Cuvilliés Theatre, Munich
- Recording Date: June 11 & 14, 2008
- TV Director: Brian Large
- Picture Format: NTSC, 16:9
- Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
- Subtitles: English, German, French, Italian
- Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
- Total Run Time: 176 minutes
- Publisher: Medici Arts, in collaboration with Unitel Classica
Overview
Mozart’s "Idomeneo" is presented in this stunning 2008 production by the Bayerische Staatsoper at the historic Cuvilliés Theatre in Munich, where the opera first premiered in 1781. This production, directed by Dieter Dorn, brings emotional depth and humanity to the mythological tale of Idomeneo, the king of Crete, whose return from the Trojan War sparks a sequence of tragic conflicts and divine intervention.
With John Mark Ainsley in the title role, Kent Nagano conducting the Bayerisches Staatsorchester, and an exceptional cast that includes Pavol Breslik as Idamante and Annette Dasch as Elettra, this production combines powerful performances with exquisite staging in the Rococo elegance of the Cuvilliés Theatre. The DVD includes clear sound quality and is presented in widescreen, providing an immersive experience for lovers of Mozart’s operas.
Interesting Facts
- Historic Venue: The Cuvilliés Theatre, Munich’s Rococo jewel, hosted the original 1781 premiere of Idomeneo, and this production marks a return to the opera’s roots.
- Critically Acclaimed Performance: La Repubblica praised the “sensual tones” of Daniela Dessi’s Adriana, noting her emotional impact on audiences, a quality mirrored in Ainsley’s powerful portrayal of Idomeneo.
- Humanized Characters: Dieter Dorn’s direction focuses on bringing out the characters’ humanity, making their ancient conflicts feel relatable and timeless.
- High-Quality Production: Filmed by renowned TV director Brian Large and produced in high-definition, this DVD provides top-quality audio and visual elements for home viewing.
Track Highlights
- Act I: Idomeneo’s vow to Neptune and the tragic prophecy that unfolds.
- Act II: The emotional duets between Idamante and Ilia.
- Act III: The final resolution and reconciliation, bringing a hopeful end to the turbulent tale.
Publisher
Medici Arts in partnership with Unitel Classica
Hashtags
#Idomeneo #Mozart #BayerischeStaatsoper #KentNagano #JohnMarkAinsley #RococoTheatre #OperaDVD #MozartOpera #ClassicalMusicDVD #CuvilliesTheatre #UnitelClassica #EuroArts #RegionFreeDVD
