Mozart - La Clemenza di Tito | Opus Arte 2 DVD Set

UPC: 809478009429

Product Features

• Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Musical Director: Sylvain Cambreling
• Stage Directors: Ursel and Karl-Ernst Herrmann
• Starring:Orchestra and Chorus: The Opéra national de Paris
  • Susan Graham as Sesto
  • Hannah Esther Minutillo as Annio
  • Catherine Naglestad as Vitellia
  • Ekaterina Siurina as Servilia
  • Roland Bracht as Publio
  • Christoph Prégardien as Tito
• Running Time: Approx. 180 minutes
• Audio Format: Dolby Digital Stereo
• Subtitles: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
• Picture Format: 16:9 Anamorphic, NTSC
• Region Code: 0 (All Regions)
• Label: Opus Arte

Overview

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s La Clemenza di Tito is a powerful reflection on themes of power, betrayal, and forgiveness. Commissioned for the coronation of Emperor Leopold II in Prague, this opera seria stands out for its emotional depth and sublime beauty. In this visually striking production by Ursel and Karl-Ernst Herrmann, performed at the Opéra national de Paris, Mozart’s masterpiece comes to life with grandeur and nuance.

This production features an all-star cast, with Susan Graham delivering an extraordinary performance as Sesto, complemented by Christoph Prégardien’s commanding portrayal of Emperor Tito. Catherine Naglestad shines as the manipulative Vitellia, while Ekaterina Siurina brings warmth to the role of Servilia. Under the baton of Sylvain Cambreling, the Orchestra and Chorus of the Opéra national de Paris delivers a stirring interpretation of Mozart’s intricate score.

Recorded in 2005 and produced with high-definition cameras, this DVD set offers an exceptional audio-visual experience, enhanced by beautifully clear surround sound. This production balances the opera's dramatic intensity with its moments of lyrical beauty, making it a must-have for opera lovers.

Interesting Facts

• La Clemenza di Tito was composed in a matter of weeks for the coronation of Leopold II as King of Bohemia in 1791, just a few months before Mozart’s death.
• Susan Graham, renowned for her interpretations of Mozart and French repertoire, gives a compelling performance as Sesto, a role traditionally sung by a mezzo-soprano.
• The production's directors, Ursel and Karl-Ernst Herrmann, are known for their minimalist yet highly evocative staging, which emphasizes the emotional complexity of the characters.
• Christoph Prégardien, a renowned tenor, delivers a moving portrayal of Tito, an emperor whose clemency and moral dilemmas are at the heart of the opera's plot.
• The documentary included in the extras provides insightful interviews with the cast and creative team, offering viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the production process.

Track Listing

Disc 1:

1. Act I
   • Introduction of characters
   • Vitellia’s conspiracy against Tito
   • Sesto’s moral dilemma

Disc 2:

1. Act II
   • The burning of Rome
   • Tito’s forgiveness
   • Sesto’s redemption

Extras:

• Illustrated synopsis
• Cast gallery
• A Masterpiece Revisited: A documentary featuring interviews with the cast and production team.

Publishers

• Opus Arte
• The Opéra national de Paris
• LGM
• Poorhouse International