Description
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Don Giovanni - Opernhaus Zürich Production
UPC: 807280032994
Product Features
- Title: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Don Giovanni
- Genre: Opera
- Language Options: English (GB), French (FR), Spanish (SP), Japanese (JP)
- Subtitle Languages: English (GB), French (FR), Spanish (SP), Italian (IT), Japanese (JP)
- Conductor: Nikolaus Harnoncourt
- Libretto by: Lorenzo da Ponte
- Cast:Chorus and Orchestra: Opernhaus Zürich
- Don Giovanni: Rodney Gilfry
- Leporello: László Polgár
- Donna Anna: Isabel Rey
- Donna Elvira: Cecilia Bartoli
- Don Ottavio: Roberto Saccà
- Zerlina: Liliana Nikiteanu
- Masetto: Oliver Widmer
- Commendatore: Matti Salminen
- Chorus Master: Ernst Raffelsberger
- Stage Design: Erich Wonder
- Choreography: Catharina Lühr
- Lighting Design: Jürgen Hoffmann
- Audio Director: Andy Rose
- Lighting Director: Bernie Davis
- Special Feature: "Behind the Scenes" (24 minutes)
- Picture Format: 16:9
- Sound Format: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1
- Region Code: 0 (Region-free)
- Running Time: 187 minutes + special features
- DVD Format: Dual Layer DVD9/NTSC
- Year of Production: 2001
- Publisher: Arthaus Musik GmbH
- Included: 36-page booklet with insights on the production
Overview
Experience the powerful drama and beauty of Mozart's Don Giovanni in this critically acclaimed production from the Opernhaus Zürich. Conducted by the legendary Nikolaus Harnoncourt, this performance captures the dark allure and tragic downfall of one of opera’s most infamous characters. With a stellar cast led by Rodney Gilfry as Don Giovanni and Cecilia Bartoli as Donna Elvira, this production, directed for the stage by Jürgen Flimm and for television by Brian Large, offers an immersive operatic experience.
Interesting Facts
- Nikolaus Harnoncourt was a pioneering conductor known for his historically informed performances, and his interpretation of Mozart’s works is highly regarded for its authenticity and emotional depth.
- Cecilia Bartoli, who plays Donna Elvira, is one of the most celebrated mezzo-sopranos of her generation, known for her rich voice and dynamic stage presence.
- This production is notable for its collaboration with Jürgen Flimm, one of the most influential opera directors of his time, known for his innovative and thought-provoking stagings.
- The Opernhaus Zürich is renowned for its high-quality productions, attracting top-tier talent from around the world, and this recording is a testament to its artistic excellence.
Publishers
- Arthaus Musik GmbH: A prestigious publisher in the realm of classical music and opera, known for its commitment to preserving and promoting high-quality performances. Arthaus Musik is a part of the Kinowelt Group, which specializes in the distribution of cultural and artistic media.
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