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Verdi: Luisa Miller - Opera in Three Acts (DVD Video)

A Melodramma in Three Acts

Product Information

UPC: 747313522552
Product Type: DVD / Video
Title: Luisa Miller
Composer: Giuseppe Verdi
Opera Type: Melodramma in Three Acts
Libretto: By Salvatore Cammarano, based on Schiller's Kabale und Liebe (Intrigue and Love)
Key Cast: Ensemble: Orchestra and Chorus of the Teatro La Fenice, Venice
- Luisa: Darina Takova (Soprano)
- Rodolfo: Giuseppe Sabbatini (Tenor)
- Il Conte di Walter: Alexander Vinogradov (Bass)
- Miller: Damiano Salerno (Baritone)
- Federica: Ursula Ferri (Mezzo-Soprano)
- Wurm: Arutjun Kotchinian (Bass)
- Laura: Elisabetta Martorana (Soprano)
- Un Contadino: Luca Favaron (Tenor)
Conductor: Maurizio Benini
Chorus Master: Emanuela Di Pietro
Director (Stage): Arnaud Bernard
Set Designer: Alessandro Camera
Video Director: Tiziano Mancini
Filming Venue & Date: Recorded live at Teatro La Fenice, Venice, Italy, May 2006
Running Times:
- Disc 1: 108 minutes 20 seconds
- Disc 2: 49 minutes 20 seconds
Picture & Sound Formats:
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9, NTSC (No Region Coding)
- Audio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo and DTS Digital Surround 5.0
- Dual Layer Disc
Manufacturing & Licensing:
- Manufactured under license from Dynamic SRL and Fondazione Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
- © 2008 Naxos Rights International Ltd. Made in Germany

Overview

Luisa Miller is a compelling Verdi melodramma that tells a tragic tale of love, betrayal, and sacrifice. Based on Schiller’s classic play, the opera follows the doomed romance between the heroine Luisa and Rodolfo, the son of Count Walter, against the backdrop of treacherous court intrigues. This production, filmed live at the historic Teatro La Fenice in Venice, is inspired by Arnaud Bernard’s visionary direction—drawing on the cinematic influence of Bernardo Bertolucci’s 1900—and showcases the intense characterisation of Darina Takova in the title role. With a rich musical score by Verdi and outstanding performances by a distinguished cast, Luisa Miller offers an emotionally charged experience that captures the essence of Verdi’s dramatic genius.

Product Features

Live Operatic Experience:
Witness a powerful live performance at Teatro La Fenice, one of Italy’s most storied opera houses, where every nuance of Verdi’s score is brought vividly to life.
Distinguished Cast & Direction:
Featuring Darina Takova’s intense portrayal of Luisa, alongside Giuseppe Sabbatini as Rodolfo and Alexander Vinogradov as Count Walter, this production is masterfully directed by Arnaud Bernard, whose interpretation draws inspiration from classic cinematic narratives.
High-Quality Audio & Visual Presentation:
Presented in a 16:9 NTSC format with dual audio options—Dolby Digital Stereo and DTS Digital Surround 5.0—to deliver an immersive viewing experience.
Dual Disc Set:
Enjoy comprehensive coverage of this production across two discs, ensuring that no moment of Verdi’s timeless drama is missed.
Multifaceted Production Team:
Enhanced by creative contributions from set designer Alessandro Camera, video director Tiziano Mancini, and a dedicated chorus under the guidance of Emanuela Di Pietro.

Interesting Facts

A Tragic Tale Reimagined

Based on Literary Classic:
Luisa Miller is adapted from Schiller’s Kabale und Liebe (Intrigue and Love), transforming a classic story of forbidden love into a riveting operatic narrative.
Inspiring Direction:
The production’s director, Arnaud Bernard, infuses the staging with cinematic qualities reminiscent of Bernardo Bertolucci’s 1900, offering a fresh perspective on Verdi’s tragic masterpiece.
Vocal Brilliance:
Darina Takova’s portrayal of Luisa has been widely acclaimed for its emotional depth and intensity, marking her as one of the leading interpreters of Verdi’s heroines.
Historic Venue:
Filmed live at Teatro La Fenice in Venice, this recording captures the magic and historical significance of one of Italy’s most celebrated opera houses.

Publishers

Manufactured under license from Dynamic SRL and Fondazione Teatro La Fenice di Venezia. Published by Naxos Rights International Ltd.
Warning: The material contained on this DVD is licensed for non-commercial private use only. Any public performance, broadcast, reproduction, or other use is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

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