Description

Wagner: Die Walküre (Oper Frankfurt, 2012) 2-DVD

UPC: 4260034869967

Product Features

Composer: Richard Wagner
Opera: Die Walküre (from Der Ring des Nibelungen)
Conductor: Sebastian Weigle
Orchestra: Frankfurter Opern- und Museumsorchester
Cast:Stage Director: Vera Nemirova
- Siegmund: Frank van Aken
- Hunding: Ain Anger
- Wotan: Terje Stensvold
- Sieglinde: Amber Wagner
- Brünnhilde: Susan Bullock
- Fricka: Martina Dike
- Valkyries:
  - Gerhilde: Anja Fidelia Ulrich
  - Ortlinde: Elizabeth Reiter
  - Waltraute: Claudia Mahnke
  - Schwertleite: Katharina Magiera
  - Helmwige: Brenda Rae
  - Siegrune: Lisa Wedekind
  - Grimgerde: Tanja Ariane Baumgartner
  - Rossweiße: Bernadett Fodor
Stage Design: Jens Kilian
Costume Design: Ingeborg Bernerth
Lighting Design: Olaf Winter
Dramaturgy: Malte Krasting
Video Director: Marcus Richardt
Recording: Live recording, June/July 2012, at Oper Frankfurt
Subtitles: German, English
Audio Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
Video Format: NTSC 16:9
Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
Total Running Time: 234 mins
Label: Oehms Classics
Release Year: 2013

Overview

This stunning production of Die Walküre, performed by the Frankfurter Opern- und Museumsorchester and conducted by Sebastian Weigle, captures the intense drama of the second opera in Wagner's Der Ring des Nibelungen. Directed by Vera Nemirova, this live recording from Oper Frankfurt features powerful performances by a stellar cast, including Frank van Aken as Siegmund, Amber Wagner as Sieglinde, and Susan Bullock as Brünnhilde.

Die Walküre is known for its rich orchestration and unforgettable moments, including the famous "Ride of the Valkyries." In this production, Nemirova brings a modern interpretation to Wagner’s mythic tale, with striking visuals, atmospheric lighting, and bold stage direction. The opera, filled with familial conflict, divine intervention, and epic battles, comes to life in a visually compelling and musically powerful performance.

Interesting Facts

Die Walküre is one of Wagner’s most celebrated works, with its famous Ride of the Valkyries becoming iconic both in and outside of the opera world.
The opera tells the story of the mortal twins Siegmund and Sieglinde, the Valkyrie Brünnhilde, and Wotan’s attempts to control fate and preserve his rule over the gods.
Susan Bullock’s portrayal of Brünnhilde has earned her acclaim, with her commanding stage presence and emotional depth resonating with audiences worldwide.
Vera Nemirova's direction incorporates modern elements, adding a contemporary layer to the timeless mythological themes of power, love, and sacrifice.
Oper Frankfurt’s production of Die Walküre is part of its critically acclaimed staging of the complete Ring Cycle.