Plácido Domingo – Live Operatic Masterworks (4 DVD Set)

Product Information

• UPC: 807280751192
• Product Type: DVD / Video
• Title: Plácido Domingo – Live Operatic Masterworks
• Production: Arthaus Musik
• Operas Included:
  • L'Afriqueine by Giacomo Meyerbeer
  • La Gioconda by Amilcare Ponchielli
  • Samson et Dalila by Camille Saint-Saëns
• Performance Venues & Production Details:
  • L'Afriqueine:
    • Live from the San Francisco Opera House
    • Plácido Domingo, Shirley Verrett, Ruth Ann Swenson, Justino Diaz
    • Orchestra, Chorus, and Ballet of the San Francisco Opera
    • Conducted by Maurizio Arena
    • Stage Direction by Lotfi Mansouri
    • "Domingo and Verrett both in top of their form." – Opera Now
  • La Gioconda:
    • Live from the Wiener Staatsoper
    • Plácido Domingo, Eva Marton, Matteo Manuguerra, Ludmila Semtschuk, Kurt Rydl, Margarita Lilowa
    • Orchestra, Chorus, and Ballet of the Wiener Staatsoper
    • Conducted by Adam Fischer
    • Stage Direction by Filippo Sanjust
    • "Superstars Eva Marton and Plácido Domingo make for an unforgettable operatic experience." – Frankfurter Neue Presse
  • Samson et Dalila:
    • Live from the San Francisco Opera House
    • Plácido Domingo, Shirley Verrett, Wolfgang Brendel
    • Orchestra and Chorus of the San Francisco Opera
    • Conducted by Julius Rudel
    • Stage Direction by Nicolas Noel
    • "An experience of opulent singing." – Fono Forum
• Running Times:
  • L'Afriqueine: Approximately 194 minutes
  • La Gioconda: Approximately 169 minutes
  • Samson et Dalila: Approximately 111 minutes
  • Total Running Time: About 470 minutes
• DVD Format:                                 Picture Format: 4:3
  • 4 x DVD 9 (NTSC for L'Afriqueine and La Gioconda; PAL for Samson et Dalila)
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Subtitles:
  • L'Afriqueine and La Gioconda: GB, DE, FR, IT, ES
  • Samson et Dalila: GB, DE, ES
• Region Codes:
  • L'Afriqueine & La Gioconda: Region 0
  • Samson et Dalila: Region 2.5

Overview

Experience a pinnacle of live opera with Plácido Domingo – Live Operatic Masterworks. This exceptional DVD set brings together three unforgettable productions from two of the world’s leading opera houses. Enjoy Plácido Domingo’s masterful interpretations in:

• L'Afriqueine (by Meyerbeer), presented live from the San Francisco Opera House,
• La Gioconda (by Ponchielli), captured from the illustrious Wiener Staatsoper, and
• Samson et Dalila (by Saint-Saëns), also presented from San Francisco.

This set not only showcases Domingo’s vocal brilliance but also highlights stellar performances by celebrated co-stars, dynamic stage directions, and the rich artistry of full orchestral, choral, and ballet presentations.

Product Features

• Legendary Performances:
  Witness Plácido Domingo in three landmark productions, each offering a unique operatic experience marked by exceptional artistry and memorable staging.
• Diverse Repertoire:
  The collection features a dramatic mix of works—from the grandeur of La Gioconda to the powerful intensity of Samson et Dalila and the historic spectacle of L'Afriqueine.
• Authentic Live Experience:
  Filmed live at the world-renowned San Francisco Opera House and the Wiener Staatsoper, this set captures the spontaneity and excitement of live performance.
• High-Quality Presentation:
  Presented in a classic 4:3 picture format with PCM Stereo sound, ensuring that every nuance of the performance is preserved.
• Multilingual Subtitles:
  With subtitles available in multiple languages, audiences around the globe can fully appreciate the dramatic and lyrical content.

Interesting Facts

A Celebration of Operatic Excellence

• Critically Acclaimed:
  Reviews from renowned publications highlight the exceptional quality of these performances. Opera Now praises Domingo and Verrett in L'Afriqueine, while Frankfurter Neue Presse lauds the unforgettable synergy in La Gioconda.
• Iconic Collaborations:
  The productions feature world-class ensembles including full orchestras, choruses, and even ballet companies—bringing a visually rich and musically dynamic experience to the stage.
• Diverse Productions:
  With performances spanning two premier international opera houses, this set offers a rare opportunity to experience the contrasting styles and atmospheres of live operatic production in both North America and Europe.

Publishers

Produced by Arthaus Musik GmbH. All rights reserved.
Warning: The material contained on these DVDs is licensed for non-commercial private use only. Any public performance, broadcast, reproduction, or other use is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.
© 2011 Arthaus Musik GmbH. These DVDs are copy protected.

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