Description

OPUS ARTE: Rigoletto by Giuseppe Verdi

Product Details

UPC: 809478060055
Composer: Giuseppe Verdi
Genre: Opera, Music
Number of discs: 1
Label: Opus Arte
Release date: 2002, 2013

Product Specifications

Sound Format: Dolby Digital
Picture Format: 16:9 Anamorphic
Language: Italian
Subtitles: English
Running Time: 180 minutes
Region Code: All Regions, NTSC

Overview

Experience one of The Royal Opera's most celebrated and popular productions with Verdi's "Rigoletto." Director David McVicar masterfully combines lavish historical costumes and dark stylized settings to accentuate the savagery and excitement of the tale. Paolo Gavanelli delivers a vocally and theatrically electrifying performance as the hunchback anti-hero, while acclaimed soprano Christine Schäfer portrays his doomed daughter. Superstar tenor Marcelo Álvarez captivates as the fickle lover, accompanied by the superb playing of the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House. This thrilling production of "Rigoletto" is perfect for both opera aficionados and newcomers.

Critics have praised this production as "the greatest Rigoletto London has seen in 30 years" (The Sunday Times) and noted the "thrilling commitment on all sides" (Gramophone).

Track Listing

[As this is an opera performance, a track listing is not applicable. The DVD contains the full opera performance and additional features.]

Interesting Facts

The DVD includes a BBC documentary, "Verdi through the looking glass," offering insights into the composer's life and work.
Director David McVicar shares his thoughts on the production in an exclusive interview.
The performance features an illustrated synopsis to help audiences follow the story.