Description

Richard Wagner - Der Ring des Nibelungen: Götterdämmerung (Teatro alla Scala, Milan) - 2 DVDs

UPC: 0807280169690

Product Features

Title: Richard Wagner - Der Ring des Nibelungen: Götterdämmerung
Conductor: Daniel Barenboim
Stage Director: Guy Cassiers
Cast:Orchestra & Chorus: Teatro alla Scala, Milan
- Lance Ryan as Siegfried
- Gerd Grochowski as Gunther
- Johannes Martin Kränzle as Alberich
- Mikhail Petrenko as Hagen
- Iréne Theorin as Brünnhilde
- Waltraud Meier as Waltraute
Chorus Master: Bruno Casoni
Set & Lighting Designer: Enrico Bagnoli
Costume Designer: Tim van Steenbergen
Video Designers: Arjen Klerkx, Kurt D'Haeseleer
Language: Original (German), Subtitles in German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Korean
Picture Format: 16:9 NTSC
Sound Format: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1
Region Code: 0 (Region-free)
Running Time: 292 minutes
Number of Discs: 2 DVDs
Recorded: Live at Teatro alla Scala, Milan, June 2013
Production: Rai Tre, Rai Trade

Overview

"Der Ring des Nibelungen: Götterdämmerung" is the final opera in Richard Wagner’s monumental cycle, presented here in a visually and musically striking production from the iconic Teatro alla Scala in Milan. Conducted by Daniel Barenboim, this performance brings together some of the finest Wagnerian singers, including Lance Ryan and Iréne Theorin, under the innovative stage direction of Guy Cassiers. The powerful tale of gods and heroes, betrayal, and redemption is captured with superb staging, innovative lighting, and cutting-edge video design that enhances the dramatic narrative without overwhelming the music.

Interesting Facts

Triumph of Light-Dark Imagery: This production is noted for its extraordinary use of light and dark imagery, which perfectly complements Wagner's rich orchestration and thematic depth. The visual effects mirror the opera's archetypal struggles, creating a compelling balance between music and stagecraft.
Renowned Collaboration: The collaboration between Teatro alla Scala and Staatsoper Unter den Linden, Berlin, alongside contributions from international artists, highlights the global significance and prestige of this production.
Stage Innovation: Guy Cassiers is known for his avant-garde approach to opera, blending traditional staging with modern multimedia techniques, which are evident in the seamless integration of video projections with live performance in this staging of "Götterdämmerung."

Track Listing

Act I
- Prelude
- Scene 1: Siegfried and Brünnhilde
- Scene 2: Hagen's Call to the Gibichungs
- Scene 3: The Oath of Blood Brotherhood
Act II
- Scene 1: Hagen's Conspiracy
- Scene 2: The Betrayal of Siegfried
- Scene 3: The Wedding Procession
Act III
- Scene 1: Siegfried's Death
- Scene 2: Funeral March
- Scene 3: Brünnhilde's Immolation