The Metropolitan Opera: La Bohème (1977) – A Timeless Production DVD (DVD Video)

Product Information

• UPC: 044007340257
• Product Type: DVD, Video
• Genre: Opera – Classic Italian Opera
• Language: Italian (Original Language) with multi-language subtitles (Italian, English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese)
• Format: DVD (NTSC Colour, 4:3 Picture Format)
• Sound Formats: PCM Stereo | DTS 5.1 | Dolby Digital 5.1
• Total Runtime: 123 minutes plus an additional 27 minutes of bonus content
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• Production Details: Recorded live at the Metropolitan Opera on 15 March 1977. A Metropolitan Opera Television Production featuring the award-winning talents of Renata Scotto, Luciano Pavarotti, Maralin Niska, Ingvar Wixell, Allan Monk, Paul Plishka, Italo Tajo, Andrea Velis, and the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Chorus under the baton of James Levine.

Overview

The Metropolitan Opera: La Bohème (1977) is a landmark opera DVD showcasing Giacomo Puccini's celebrated masterpiece as performed live at the Metropolitan Opera. This production captures an unforgettable evening of opera, where the powerful voices of Renata Scotto and Luciano Pavarotti bring the timeless characters to life. With impeccable audio quality in DTS and Dolby Digital formats, and authentic scenic design reflective of traditional opera staging, this DVD offers an immersive viewing experience that transports you to one of the most revered opera houses in the world.

Product Features

• Live Performance: Captured during a live broadcast at the Metropolitan Opera, preserving the dynamic energy of the performance.
• Stellar Cast: Features iconic performances by Renata Scotto, Luciano Pavarotti, Maralin Niska, Ingvar Wixell, Allan Monk, Paul Plishka, Italo Tajo, and Andrea Velis.
• Technical Excellence: Presented in NTSC Colour with a 4:3 aspect ratio and multiple sound formats (PCM Stereo, DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1) ensuring a rich, cinematic audio-visual experience.
• Bonus Content: Includes interviews, a picture gallery titled “La Bohème at The Met,” and trailers, offering deeper insights into the production and behind-the-scenes moments.
• Subtitles: Available in Italian (original), English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese for an inclusive viewing experience.

Interesting Facts

Historic and Artistic Significance

• Television Production: This release is part of a renowned series of Metropolitan Opera Television Productions, capturing the magic of live opera performance in an era when such broadcasts were pioneering.
• Gift of Legacy: The 1972 Lyric Opera of Chicago production of La Bohème was noted as a generous and deeply appreciated gift from Mr. James C. Hemphill, underscoring the lasting impact and communal value of this art form.
• Masterful Direction: Under the artistic direction of James Levine and with meticulous set and costume design by Pier Luigi Pizzi, this production remains a touchstone in the history of opera.
• Cultural Milestone: Celebrated for its stellar cast and groundbreaking presentation, this DVD stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of Puccini's work and the vibrant tradition of Italian opera.

Publishers

Published by Universal in association with OEIC Group. All rights reserved under catalog number 00440 073 4025 and UPC 044007340257.

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