Massenet - Thais (2021)
With the “Méditation”, Jules Massenet probably wrote one of the most famous melodies of our time. It originates from his comédie-lyrique Thaïs, which – unlike Massenet's operas Werther or Manon – never made it into the international opera repertoire. Presumably because the two main roles of Thaïs and Athanaël demand something almost superhuman from the singers. In the new production by Peter Konwitschny at the Theater an der Wien, the American soprano Nicole Chevalier is one of the most exciting singers currently on stage in the title role. At her side, the young Austrian bass-baritone Josef Wagner celebrates his house debut. This is a fascinating and musically excellent performance of a timeless classic of the opera repertoire.
Director: Peter Konwitschny
Genre: Music
Runtime: 111 min
Release Date: September 24, 2021
Cast
- Nicole Chevalier - Thaïs
- Josef Wagner - Athanaël
- Roberto Saccà - Nicias
- Carolina Lippo - Crobyle
- Sofia Vinnik - Myrtale / Albine
- Günes Gürle - Palémon
- Samuel Wegleitner - Amor
Original Language: en
Keywords
opera
More Films by Director: Peter Konwitschny
More Films in Genre: Music
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Massenet - Thais about?
- With the “Méditation”, Jules Massenet probably wrote one of the most famous melodies of our time. It originates from his comédie-lyrique Thaïs, which – unlike Massenet's operas Werther or Manon – never made it into the international opera repertoire. Presumably because the two main roles of Thaïs and Athanaël demand something almost superhuman from the singers. In the new production by Peter Konwitschny at the Theater an der Wien, the American soprano Nicole Chevalier is one of the most exciting singers currently on stage in the title role. At her side, the young Austrian bass-baritone Josef Wagner celebrates his house debut. This is a fascinating and musically excellent performance of a timeless classic of the opera repertoire.
- Who directed Massenet - Thais?
- Massenet - Thais was directed by Peter Konwitschny.
- Who stars in Massenet - Thais?
- Massenet - Thais stars Nicole Chevalier, Josef Wagner, Roberto Saccà, Carolina Lippo, Sofia Vinnik, Günes Gürle.
- How long is Massenet - Thais?
- Massenet - Thais has a runtime of 1h 51m (111 minutes).
- What genre is Massenet - Thais?
- Massenet - Thais is a Music film.