Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold (2023)
When a precious hoard of gold is stolen from the river Rhine, it unleashes a chain of destructive events, pitting gods and mortals against one another for generations. Wagner’s Ring cycle boasts some of the greatest music ever written for the opera stage. Join us as we embark on a spectacular journey into the world of myth, dream and memory, with the figure of Erda – Mother Earth herself – at its centre.
Director: Barrie Kosky
Genre: Drama, Music
Runtime: 170 min
Release Date: September 24, 2023
Cast
- Antonio Pappano - Conductor
- Christopher Maltman - Wotan
- Christopher Purves - Alberich
- Sean Panikkar - Loge
- Marina Prudenskaya - Fricka
- Kiandra Howarth - Freia
- Wiebke Lehmkuhl - Erda (voice)
- Kostas Smoriginas - Donner
- Rodrick Dixon - Froh
- Brenton Ryan - Mime
Screenplay
- Richard Wagner (Lyricist)
- Richard Wagner
Music: Richard Wagner
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
based on myths, legends or folklore, based on opera, live theatre
More Films by Director: Barrie Kosky
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold about?
- When a precious hoard of gold is stolen from the river Rhine, it unleashes a chain of destructive events, pitting gods and mortals against one another for generations. Wagner’s Ring cycle boasts some of the greatest music ever written for the opera stage. Join us as we embark on a spectacular journey into the world of myth, dream and memory, with the figure of Erda – Mother Earth herself – at its centre.
- Who directed Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold?
- Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold was directed by Barrie Kosky.
- Who stars in Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold?
- Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold stars Antonio Pappano, Christopher Maltman, Christopher Purves, Sean Panikkar, Marina Prudenskaya, Kiandra Howarth.
- How long is Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold?
- Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold has a runtime of 2h 50m (170 minutes).
- What genre is Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold?
- Royal Opera House 2023/24: Das Rheingold is a Drama, Music film.