Wagner: Das Rheingold (2010)

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In the depths of the Rhine, the three Rhinemaidens guard the Rhinegold, a treasure of immeasurable value. The Nibelung dwarf Alberich is dazzled by the sight of it. The girls explain that whoever wins the gold and forges it into a ring will gain power over the world, but must first renounce love. Frustrated by his unsuccessful attempts to catch one of the girls, Alberich curses love and steals the gold. Wotan, lord of the gods, is reproached by his wife Fricka: he has promised to give Freia, goddess of youth, to the giants Fasolt and Fafner in return for their building a fortress for the gods. When the giants demand their reward, Loge, the god of fire, suggests an alternative payment: the ring Alberich has forged from the Rhinegold, and his other treasures. The giants agree, and Wotan and Loge leave for the Nibelungs’ underground home.

Director: Gary Halvorson
Genre: Music
Runtime: 183 min
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Production: The Metropolitan Opera
Country: United States of America
Language: Deutsch, English
Original Language: en

Keywords

opera, rheingold

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wagner: Das Rheingold about?
In the depths of the Rhine, the three Rhinemaidens guard the Rhinegold, a treasure of immeasurable value. The Nibelung dwarf Alberich is dazzled by the sight of it. The girls explain that whoever wins the gold and forges it into a ring will gain power over the world, but must first renounce love. Frustrated by his unsuccessful attempts to catch one of the girls, Alberich curses love and steals the gold. Wotan, lord of the gods, is reproached by his wife Fricka: he has promised to give Freia, goddess of youth, to the giants Fasolt and Fafner in return for their building a fortress for the gods. When the giants demand their reward, Loge, the god of fire, suggests an alternative payment: the ring Alberich has forged from the Rhinegold, and his other treasures. The giants agree, and Wotan and Loge leave for the Nibelungs’ underground home.
Who directed Wagner: Das Rheingold?
Wagner: Das Rheingold was directed by Gary Halvorson.
Who stars in Wagner: Das Rheingold?
Wagner: Das Rheingold stars Bryn Terfel, Richard Croft, Stephanie Blythe, Franz-Josef Selig, Hans-Peter König, Wendy Bryn Harmer.
How long is Wagner: Das Rheingold?
Wagner: Das Rheingold has a runtime of 3h 3m (183 minutes).
What genre is Wagner: Das Rheingold?
Wagner: Das Rheingold is a Music film.
Where was Wagner: Das Rheingold produced?
Wagner: Das Rheingold was produced in United States of America.