Description

Wolfgang Rihm's "Oedipus" at the Deutsche Oper Berlin, 1987

Product Features

Format: DVD, NTSC
Sound Formats: PCM Stereo
Picture Format: 4:3
Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
Running Time: 105 mins
Genre: Opera
UPC: 807280166798
Release Year: 2011

Overview

Experience the intensity of Wolfgang Rihm's "Oedipus," a captivating opera in two parts, through this live recording from the Deutsche Oper Berlin in 1987. With a libretto that weaves together Hölderlin's translation of Sophocles' "Oedipus Tyrannus" with texts by Friedrich Nietzsche and Heiner Müller, this world premiere under the baton of Christof Prick and the vision of stage director Götz Friedrich offers a profound reinterpretation of the timeless tragedy.

Key Features

Stellar Performances: Led by the young baritone Andreas Schmidt as Oedipus and the outstanding Emily Golden as Jocasta, the cast delivers a powerful portrayal of the classic tale.
Unique Adaptation: Rihm's composition, alongside a diverse libretto, offers a fresh perspective on the Oedipus myth, exploring themes of fate, knowledge, and power.
Acclaimed Production: This production is celebrated for its innovative staging and costume design by Andreas Reinhardt and for capturing the opera's emotional depth and complexity.