Description

Wagner: Siegfried (Teatro alla Scala) Blu-ray

UPC: 807280809299

Product Features

Composer: Richard Wagner
Opera: Siegfried from Der Ring des Nibelungen (The Ring Cycle)
Conductor: Daniel Barenboim
Stage Director: Guy Cassiers
Orchestra: Orchestra of the Teatro alla Scala
Cast:Recorded: Live at Teatro alla Scala, Milan, October 2012
- Siegfried: Lance Ryan
- Mime: Peter Bronder
- Der Wanderer (The Wanderer): Terje Stensvold
- Alberich: Johannes Martin Kränzle
- Fafner: Alexander Tsymbalyuk
- Erda: Anna Larsson
- Brünnhilde: Nina Stemme
- Waldvogel (Voice of the Woodbird): Rinnat Moriah
Libretto: Richard Wagner
Subtitles: German (original language), English, French, Spanish, Italian, Korean
Audio Formats: PCM Stereo, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
Video Format: 1080i High Definition, 16:9
Region: Worldwide
Blu-ray Disc Size: 50 GB Dual Layer
Running Time: 253 mins
Label: Arthaus Musik
Release Year: 2013

Overview

This Siegfried production from Teatro alla Scala is part of Richard Wagner's monumental Der Ring des Nibelungen cycle and showcases the artistry of the world-renowned Teatro alla Scala orchestra, led by the legendary conductor Daniel Barenboim. The live recording, staged by visionary director Guy Cassiers, was captured in October 2012 and is acclaimed for its visually compelling design, blending traditional stagecraft with modern multimedia elements.

Der Ring des Nibelungen is Wagner’s epic four-part opera cycle, with Siegfried serving as the second day of the saga. It tells the story of the fearless young hero Siegfried and his journey to reclaim the magical ring. Featuring outstanding performances by Lance Ryan as Siegfried and Nina Stemme as Brünnhilde, this production brings Wagner’s complex characters and dramatic music to life with stunning stage effects, choreography, and video projections.

Interesting Facts

Siegfried is one of the longest operas in Wagner’s Ring Cycle, filled with dense orchestration, rich leitmotifs, and challenging vocal parts.
Daniel Barenboim, a conductor with deep roots in the German operatic tradition, is celebrated for his interpretation of Wagner, and his collaboration with Guy Cassiers brought fresh perspectives to this production.
Nina Stemme, one of the world's most sought-after dramatic sopranos, delivers a powerful performance as Brünnhilde, a role she has made her own in many international productions.
The production incorporates choreography by Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui and stunning video designs by Arjen Klerkx and Kurt D'Haeseleer, adding a modern touch to the mythic tale.
Der Ring des Nibelungen is often performed over several nights due to its length, with Siegfried alone lasting over four hours.