Description
Opus Arte: Götterdämmerung (3 DVD Set) - Richard Wagner (DVD)
UPC: 809478009498
Product Features
- Opera Title: Götterdämmerung (Twilight of the Gods)
- Composer: Richard Wagner (1813–1883)
- Cast: Heinz Kruse, Wolfgang Schöne, Henk Smit, Kurt Rydl, Jeannine Altmeyer, Eva-Maria Bundschuh, Anne Gjevang, Hebe Dijkstra, Irmgard Vilsmaier, Kirsi Tishanen, Gabriele Fontana, Hanna Schaer, Catherine Keen
- Orchestra: Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra
- Musical Director: Hartmut Haenchen
- Stage Director: Pierre Audi
- TV Director: Hans Hulscher
- Set Design: George Tsypin
- Costume Design: Eiko Ishioka
- Subtitle Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Japanese
- Audio Formats: LPCM Stereo
- Region: All Regions
- Format: NTSC
- Running Time: Approx. 288 minutes
- Release Year: 2006
- Extra Features: Illustrated synopsis, cast gallery, introduction to Götterdämmerung
Overview
Götterdämmerung (Twilight of the Gods) is the monumental conclusion to Richard Wagner's epic cycle Der Ring des Nibelungen. This opera captures the final betrayal, treachery, and death of Siegfried, which heralds the downfall of the gods and the return of the coveted Rhine gold. The powerful score and mythical narrative offer a lyrical and philosophical exploration of fate, power, and redemption.
In this production, Pierre Audi directs a stunning version of Götterdämmerung at the Het Muziektheater Amsterdam, with set design by the renowned George Tsypin and Oscar-winning costumes by Eiko Ishioka. The Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, under the masterful leadership of Hartmut Haenchen, delivers an intense and moving musical performance, bringing Wagner’s monumental vision to life.
This production is based on the new Complete Edition of the works of Richard Wagner. It is performed in German with a variety of subtitle options for an international audience.
Interesting Facts
- Götterdämmerung is the fourth and final opera in Richard Wagner’s epic cycle Der Ring des Nibelungen, a masterpiece spanning approximately 15 hours in total performance time.
- This production is known for its modern and innovative stage design by George Tsypin, who is celebrated for his abstract, monumental approaches to set design.
- Eiko Ishioka, who designed the costumes for this production, is an Oscar-winning costume designer known for her work in films such as Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992).
- The Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra is widely recognized for their profound interpretations of Wagner’s works, and their collaboration with Hartmut Haenchen adds further depth and complexity to this production.
- The extra features include an introduction to Götterdämmerung, produced by VPRO, with insights from presenter Michaël Zeeman, composer Peter-Jan Wagemans, and Ronald de Leeuw, adding to the viewer's understanding of Wagner’s music and the cultural significance of the opera.
Track Listing (Acts)
- Prologue
- Act I
- Act II
- Act III
Publishers
- Produced by: Opus Arte
- Co-production: De Nederlandse Opera, NPS, VPRO, and NOS, with the support of COBO-Fund and the Dutch Cultural Broadcasting Promotion Fund
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