Description
Otello: A Riveting Opera Experience from Staatsoper Berlin
UPC 4006680103464
Product Features
- Title: Otello
- Composer: Giuseppe Verdi
- Libretto: Arrigo Boïto
- Based On: Shakespeare's tragedy "Othello"
- Language: Sung in Italian
- Performers: Includes Christian Franz as Otello, Emily Magee as Desdemona, Valeri Alexejev as Iago, and more.
- Conductor: Daniel Barenboim
- Orchestra: Staatskapelle Berlin
- Chorus: Deutsche Staatsoper Berlin
- Stage Director: Jürgen Flimm
- Video Direction: Alexandre Tarta
- Production Companies: Bel Air Media, NHK, VTHR, Mezzo
- Photography: Monika Rittershaus
- Label: Arthaus Musik
- Format: DVD, PAL, Stereo/Digital
- Running Time: 151 minutes
- Picture Format: 16:9
- Subtitles: Available in multiple languages
- Region Code: Not specified
Overview
"Otello," as reimagined by Giuseppe Verdi with a libretto by Arrigo Boïto, is a transformative opera experience that delves deep into the themes of jealousy, betrayal, and tragedy. This performance, captured from the esteemed Staatsoper Berlin in 2001 under the baton of Daniel Barenboim, brings Shakespeare's poignant tragedy to life with an intensity that is as compelling as it is devastating. Christian Franz, Emily Magee, and Valeri Alexejev lead an exceptional cast, embodying their roles with depth and emotional resonance. Directed for video by Alexandre Tarta, this production immerses the viewer in the dramatic world of Otello, enhanced by the powerful performance of the Staatskapelle Berlin and the Deutsche Staatsoper Berlin chorus.
Interesting Facts
- Giuseppe Verdi's Adaptation: "Otello" marks one of Verdi's late masterpieces, showcasing his evolution as a composer and his ability to convey deep psychological insights through music.
- Historical Performance: This 2001 performance at the Staatsoper Berlin is celebrated for its dynamic interpretation and the high-caliber orchestration conducted by Daniel Barenboim.
- Stage and Video Direction: Jürgen Flimm's stage direction and Alexandre Tarta's video direction provide a unique visual and emotional depth, making this DVD a collector's item for opera enthusiasts.
Track Listing
The opera is presented in four acts, detailing the tragic downfall of Otello, his wife Desdemona, and the manipulations of the antagonist Iago. The precise scene selections and act breakdowns offer an easy navigation through the emotional highs and lows of this operatic masterpiece.
Key Credits
- Composer: Giuseppe Verdi
- Librettist: Arrigo Boïto
- Main Cast: Christian Franz, Emily Magee, Valeri Alexejev
- Conductor: Daniel Barenboim
- Production: Bel Air Media, NHK, VTHR, Mezzo
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