Puccini: La Fanciulla del West - Teatro alla Scala Opera Collection DVD

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Overview

La Fanciulla del West, Puccini’s passionate opera set in the rugged American Wild West, is brought to life in this acclaimed Teatro alla Scala production. With the California Gold Rush as its thrilling backdrop, the story follows Minnie, a strong and resourceful woman who risks everything for love. Conducted by the legendary Lorin Maazel and featuring standout performances by Mara Zampieri, Plácido Domingo, and Juan Pons, this 1991 production directed by Jonathan Miller captures the grandeur and intensity Puccini envisioned. The DVD, part of the La Scala Opera Collection, is a treasure for opera lovers and collectors alike.

Product Features

• Format: DVD, NTSC
• Audio: Dolby Stereo 2.0
• Language: Italian with English subtitles
• Region: Region-Free (Playable worldwide)
• Publisher: Brilliant Classics, licensed from Opus Arte
• Running Time: Approximately 150 minutes
• Released by: Foreign Media Group BV, The Netherlands

Interesting Facts

• Puccini’s Personal Favorite: La Fanciulla del West was considered by Puccini as one of his finest works, showcasing his unique ability to blend drama with rich musical landscapes.
• Star-Studded Cast: The legendary Plácido Domingo stars as Dick Johnson, with Mara Zampieri as Minnie and Juan Pons as Sheriff Jack Rance, delivering unforgettable performances under Lorin Maazel’s expert direction.
• Historic Teatro alla Scala: Known for hosting the finest operatic productions, Teatro alla Scala enhances this Western-themed opera with powerful performances and authentic staging.
• First Western-Themed Opera: Based on David Belasco’s play The Girl of the Golden West, this opera was one of the first to explore the Wild West, blending Italian opera tradition with an American setting.

Cast Highlights

• Minnie: Mara Zampieri
• Jack Rance: Juan Pons
• Dick Johnson (Ramerrez): Plácido Domingo
• Nick: Sergio Bertocchi
• Ashby: Luigi Roni
• Sonora: Antonio Salvadori

Publishers

• Brilliant Classics: An established label based in The Netherlands, Brilliant Classics is known for making high-quality classical music and operatic performances accessible to a wide audience. This DVD is part of their La Scala Opera Collection, produced under license from Opus Arte.

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