Description

Offenbach: Barbe-Bleue - Opéra de Lyon Production (DVD)

UPC: 0809478013365

Product Features

Composer: Jacques Offenbach (1819–1880)
Title: Barbe-Bleue (Bluebeard)
Performers: Yann Beuron (Barbe-Bleue), Héloïse Mas (Boulotte), Christophe Gay (King Bobèche), Christophe Mortagne (Prince Saphir), Jennifer Courcier (Fleurette), Thibault de Damas (Count Oscar), Carl Ghazarossian (Prince Saphir), Aline Martin (Queen Clémentine)
Conductor: Michele Spotti
Director: Laurent Pelly
Orchestra and Chorus: Opéra de Lyon
Language: French
Subtitles: English, French, German (Main Feature), Japanese, Korean
Audio Format: Stereo, Surround Sound
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Anamorphic
Running Time: 123 minutes (opera), 58 minutes (extras)
Region: All regions (NTSC format)
Extra Features: 50-minute documentary Tales of Offenbach by Reiner E. Moritz, narrated by Dame Felicity Lott, interviews with cast and crew, and a cast gallery.
Release Date: 2021

Overview

Jacques Offenbach's comic opera Barbe-Bleue (Bluebeard) is brought to life in this vibrant and witty production by the Opéra de Lyon under the direction of Laurent Pelly. This delightful opéra bouffe satirizes Charles Perrault’s classic tale of the wife-murdering Bluebeard, with an added twist: no one actually dies in this version! Offenbach’s score balances humor and cruelty, capturing the absurdity of Bluebeard’s notorious legend.

Featuring an exceptional cast led by Yann Beuron in the title role, this production showcases Pelly's mastery in blending comedy and spectacle, with striking costume and set designs. Michele Spotti conducts the talented Opéra de Lyon Orchestra and Chorus in this critically acclaimed performance. Additionally, the documentary Tales of Offenbach provides a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the production and the life of Jacques Offenbach.

Interesting Facts

Laurent Pelly: Known for his inventive and playful interpretations of French operetta, Pelly has directed multiple Offenbach productions, solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in contemporary operatic comedy.
Yann Beuron: A celebrated tenor, Beuron brings charisma and wit to the role of Bluebeard, perfectly embodying the satirical nature of the character.
Documentary Bonus: The extra feature Tales of Offenbach gives insight into Offenbach's life and the significance of his works, with interviews featuring the cast, creatives, and director Laurent Pelly.
Opéra de Lyon: This French opera house is renowned for its innovative productions, often pushing the boundaries of traditional operatic presentation.