Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) (2008)

Cast

• Charles Workman - Polo
• Sarah Castle - Marco
• Stephen Richardson - Kublai Khan
• Nancy Allen Lundy - Water
• Zhang Jun - Shadow 1 / Rustichello / Li Po
• Tania Kress - Shadow 2 / Sheherazada / Mahler / Queen
• Stephen Bryant - Shadow 3 / Dante / Shakespeare

Screenplay

• Tan Dun (Musical)

Keywords

opera

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) about?

Tan Dun portrays the Venetian explorer's travels to the Far East as a journey of both inner and physical discovery, a voyage depicting spiritual experiences as well as a geographical expedition. Pierre Audi's mythical staging and Jean Kalman's fabulous set design complement the composer's own musical direction, forging the dazzlingly versatile soloists, the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra and Cappella Amsterdam to a stunning symbiosis of elements across time and space, a true testimony to cultures intertwined in globalization.

Who directed Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera)?

Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) was directed by Misjel Vermerien.

Who stars in Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera)?

Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) stars Charles Workman, Sarah Castle, Stephen Richardson, Nancy Allen Lundy, Zhang Jun, Tania Kress.

How long is Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera)?

Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) has a runtime of 1h 44m (104 minutes).

What genre is Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera)?

Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) is a Music film.