Description
Rigoletto at Gran Teatre del Liceu, 2004
UPC 807280714791
Product Features
- Composer: Giuseppe Verdi
- Opera: Rigoletto
- Libretto: Francesco Maria Piave, after Victor Hugo's "Le roi s'amuse"
- Principal Cast: Carlos Álvarez (Rigoletto), Marcelo Álvarez (Il Duca di Mantova), Inva Mula (Gilda), Julian Konstantinov (Sparafucile), Nino Surguladze (Maddalena)
- Conductor: Jesus Lopez Cobos
- Stage Director: Graham Vick
- Set and Costume Design: Paul Brown
- Lighting Design: Matthew Richardson
- Chorus Master: José Luis Basso
- Orchestra and Chorus: Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of the Gran Teatre del Liceu
- Directed for TV and Video: Pietro d'Agostino
- Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1
- Picture Format: 16:9
- Running Time: 130 mins
- Region Code: 0 (Worldwide), NTSC
- Subtitles: GB, DE, FR, ES, IT, Catalan
Overview
This captivating 2004 production of Giuseppe Verdi's "Rigoletto" from the prestigious Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona is a melodramma in three acts that tells the tragic tale of Rigoletto, the hunchbacked court jester, his beloved daughter Gilda, and the licentious Duke of Mantova. Under the baton of Jesus Lopez Cobos and the visionary direction of Graham Vick, this performance features a stellar cast including Carlos Álvarez, Marcelo Álvarez, and Inva Mula. The opera's intense drama, memorable melodies, and vocal fireworks come to life on this DVD, complemented by Paul Brown's imaginative set and costume design and Matthew Richardson's effective lighting.
Interesting Facts
- Carlos Álvarez's portrayal of Rigoletto and Marcelo Álvarez's performance as the Duke are particularly noteworthy for their vocal prowess and dramatic intensity.
- Inva Mula shines as Gilda, bringing both vocal beauty and emotional depth to the role.
- The opera is famous for its complex characters, intricate plot, and beautiful arias, including the famous "La donna è mobile."
- This production was part of a co-production with Teatro Real (Madrid), the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, and the Teatro Massimo (Palermo), showcasing an international collaboration.
Key Credits
- Production Company: Fundació del Gran Teatre del Liceu
- Distributor: Arthaus Musik
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