Mozart's Die Entführung aus dem Serail: Stuttgart State Opera 1998 

UPC 8072802189926

Product Features

• Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Opera: Die Entführung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio), K. 384
• Librettist: Gottlieb Stephanie, based on Christoph Friedrich Bretzner
• Conductor: Lothar Zagrosek
• Stage Director: Hans Neuenfels
• Set Designer: Christian Schmidt
• Costume Designer: Katja Anclam
• Chorus Director: Michael Alber
• Production Manager: Hilgemann
• Executive Producer: János Darvas
• Performing Company: Chorus and Orchestra of the Staatsoper Stuttgart
• Principal Cast: Catherine Naglestad (Konstanze), Kate Ladner (Blonde), Matthias Klink (Belmonte), Heinz Göhrig (Pedrillo), Roland Bracht (Osmin)
• Special Feature: Introduction of Characters
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Picture Format: 16:9
• Subtitles: GB (English), FR (French), ES (Spanish)
• Running Time: 148 mins
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• DVD Format: DVD 9 NTSC

Overview

In this celebrated production from the Staatsoper Stuttgart in 1998, Mozart's "Die Entführung aus dem Serail" comes to life under the baton of Lothar Zagrosek and the innovative stage direction of Hans Neuenfels. Featuring a stellar cast including Catherine Naglestad as Konstanze and Roland Bracht as Osmin, this performance captures the essence of Mozart's Singspiel with its blend of drama, comedy, and the exploration of themes such as love, freedom, and cultural clash.

Interesting Facts

• The opera, one of Mozart's most popular works, was first performed in 1782 and is renowned for its exquisite vocal writing and its intricate ensemble pieces.
• Hans Neuenfels' direction provides a fresh and thought-provoking take on the opera, complemented by Christian Schmidt's set design and Katja Anclam's costume design, which together create a visually striking production.
• Catherine Naglestad's performance as Konstanze has been praised for her vocal agility and emotional depth, making her one of the standout performers of this production.

Key Credits

• Produced in Co-operation With: SWR, ARTE, EuroArts International Music GmbH
• Photography: A.T. Schaefer & EuroArts Music GmbH

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