Wagner: Tristan und Isolde - Deutsche Oper Berlin (1993) - 2 Disc DVD

UPC: 807280134193 / 9783941311213

Product Features:

• Composer: Richard Wagner
• Conductor: Jiří Kout
• Orchestra: Chor und Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin
• Cast:Performance Date: Recorded live at NHK Hall, Tokyo, 1993
  • René Kollo as Tristan
  • Gwyneth Jones as Isolde
  • Robert Lloyd as King Marke
  • Gerd Feldhoff as Kurwenal
  • Peter Edelmann as Melot
  • Hanna Schwarz as Brangäne
  • Clemens Bieber as the Voice of a Young Sailor
• Stage Director: Götz Friedrich
• Running Time: 233 minutes
• Format: 2 DVD9 discs, PAL, 16:9 Anamorphic
• Audio: LPCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1 Surround Sound
• Subtitles: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)

Overview:

This Deutsche Oper Berlin production of Richard Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde was recorded live during a guest performance at Tokyo’s NHK Hall in 1993. Directed for the stage by Götz Friedrich and conducted by Jiří Kout, this interpretation of Wagner’s powerful and emotional opera features legendary performances by René Kollo as Tristan and Gwyneth Jones as Isolde, both renowned for their portrayals of these iconic roles. Robert Lloyd delivers a commanding performance as King Marke, with Hanna Schwarz’s Brangäne adding further vocal richness to this extraordinary cast.

Götz Friedrich’s direction emphasizes the profound psychological drama of Wagner’s tragic love story, supported by Günther Schneider-Siemssen's set designs. The production captures the timeless themes of love, fate, and betrayal, as Wagner’s lush orchestration and intense harmonies build a world of emotional and musical complexity.

Interesting Facts:

• René Kollo and Gwyneth Jones: Both lead singers are renowned for their interpretations of Wagnerian roles. Kollo’s portrayal of Tristan and Jones’ performance as Isolde have been hailed as definitive by critics and audiences alike.
• Götz Friedrich’s Vision: A prominent figure in the opera world, Friedrich’s direction often delves into the psychological depths of characters, offering audiences a profound and introspective take on Wagner’s epic.
• International Collaboration: This production was recorded as part of Deutsche Oper Berlin’s tour to Japan, showcasing the global reach of Wagner's operatic legacy.
• High-Quality Audio and Visual: Filmed in 1993, the DVD offers a high-quality restoration with options for both LPCM Stereo and Surround Sound formats, bringing the grandeur of the live performance into your home.

Track Listing:

• Richard Wagner - Tristan und Isolde (Complete Opera)
  • Acts I-III featuring René Kollo, Gwyneth Jones, Robert Lloyd, and the Chor und Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin

Publishers:

• Produced by: EuroArts and NHK in cooperation with Deutsche Welle TV Berlin

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