Title:
Falstaff [DVD video]
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Publication Date:
2013
Publication Information:
London : Opus Arte, [2013]
Physical Description:
1 videodisc (159 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Abstract:
The spectacular opening production of London's newly restored Royal Opera House, first broadcast live on BBC television in December 1999, brings a riot of color to Verdi's great Shakespearean masterpiece.
General Note:
Extra features: meet the backstage crew in a fascinating 10-minute tour of the behind-the-scenes workings of the Royal Opera House, as they prepare for this opening gala performance; commentary by Bernard Haitink; stage director Graham Vick on his production Falstaff; illustrated synopsis of the opera; Bryn Terfel interview.
Performers:
Bryn Terfel, Roberto Frontali, Kenneth Tarver, Robin Leggate, Peter Hoare, Gwynne Howell, Barbara Frittoli, Desirée Rancatore ; Bernadette Manca di Nissa; Diana Montague ; Orchestra and Chorus of the Royal Opera House ; Bernard Haitink, conductor.
Technical Details:
DVD, all regions; 16:9 anamorphic widescreen; Dobly digital 5.1 (main), Dolby digital 2.0 (extras).
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Language:
Italian
Additional Language:
Sung in Italian with English, French and German subtitles; documentary in English.
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