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Richard Wagner - Götterdämmerung (Der Ring des Nibelungen) DVD

Name: Richard Wagner - Götterdämmerung (Der Ring des Nibelungen) DVD
SKU: 807280809398
Price: 99 USD
Availability: InStock

UPC: 807280809398

Product Features

Performers:

Siegfried: Lance Ryan
Gunther: Gerd Grochowski
Alberich: Johannes Martin Kränzle
Hagen: Mikhail Petrenko
Brünnhilde: Iréne Theorin
Gutrune: Anna Samuil
Waltraute: Waltraud Meier
Die erste Norn: Margarita Nekrasova
Die zweite Norn: Aga Mikolaj
Die dritte Norn: Maria Gortsevskaya
Woglinde: Anna Lapkovskaja
Wellgunde: Maria Gortsevskaya
Flosshilde: Anna Lapkovskaja

Production Details:

Conductor: Daniel Barenboim
Orchestra and Chorus: Teatro alla Scala
Chorus Master: Bruno Casoni
Stage Director & Set Designer: Guy Cassiers
Set & Lighting Designer: Enrico Bagnoli
Costume Designer: Tim van Steenbergen
Video Designers: Arjen Klerkx, Kurt D'Haeseleer
Choreographer: Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui
TV Director: Patrizia Carmine

Technical Details:

Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
Subtitles: German (Original Language), English, French, Spanish, Italian, Korean
Picture Format: 16:9
Region: Worldwide
Resolution: 1080i High Definition
Blu-ray Disc: 50 GB (Dual Layer)
Running Time: 292 minutes
FSK Rating: 6+
Year of Production: 2013 (Blu-ray release 2014)
Publisher: Arthaus Musik GmbH

Overview

Götterdämmerung (Twilight of the Gods) is the final opera in Richard Wagner's monumental cycle Der Ring des Nibelungen. This production, recorded live at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan in 2013, features an exceptional cast led by Lance Ryan as Siegfried and Iréne Theorin as Brünnhilde, with the renowned Daniel Barenboim conducting the Orchestra and Chorus of the Teatro alla Scala.

This production, directed by Guy Cassiers, is visually striking, incorporating modern set designs, dynamic lighting, and innovative video projections. Cassiers’ interpretation delves deep into the psychological and mythological aspects of Wagner's epic, exploring themes of power, betrayal, and redemption.

The Blu-ray offers a high-definition visual and audio experience, capturing the grandeur and emotional intensity of the performance. The inclusion of six subtitle languages makes this release accessible to a global audience.

Interesting Facts

Daniel Barenboim: A legendary conductor, Barenboim is celebrated for his profound interpretations of Wagner's works. His direction in this production brings out the intricacies and emotional depth of Wagner’s complex score.
Teatro alla Scala: One of the most famous opera houses in the world, Teatro alla Scala has a long history of staging Wagner's works. This production continues its tradition of excellence.
Guy Cassiers: Known for his innovative use of multimedia in opera, Cassiers' direction of Götterdämmerung is a fusion of traditional and contemporary elements, enhancing the storytelling with cutting-edge visual effects.
Waltraud Meier: A celebrated mezzo-soprano, Meier's portrayal of Waltraute is particularly noted for its emotional intensity and dramatic presence, adding depth to the opera's complex character dynamics.