Ariadne auf Naxos (1988)
Jessye Norman is a regal Ariadne, the mythological Greek heroine in this opera-within-an-opera, opposite the passionate Bacchus of the great James King. Kathleen Battle delivers the coloratura fireworks of Zerbinetta, the leader of a commedia dell’arte troupe that finds itself stranded on Ariadne’s island. Tatiana Troyanos and Franz Ferdinand Nentwig star as the young Composer and the Music Master in the opera’s prologue. James Levine brings out all the color and charm of Strauss’s brilliant chamber-sized score with its equal amounts of pathos and humor. Bodo Igesz’s production features sets by esteemed designer Oliver Messel.
Director: Brian Large
Genre: Music
Runtime: 131 min
Release Date: January 1, 1988
Cast
- Jessye Norman - Ariadne / Primadonna
- Kathleen Battle - Zerbinetta
- Tatiana Troyanos - Composer
- James King - Bacchus / Tenor
- Franz Ferdinand Nentwig - Music Master
- Stephen Dickson - Harlekin
- Anthony Laciura - Brighella
- Allan Glassman - Scaramuccio
- Artur Korn - Truffaldin
- Joseph Frank - Dancing Master
Screenplay
Music: Richard Strauss
Production: The Metropolitan Opera
Country: United States of America
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
Keywords
opera live performance, the metropolitan opera
More Films by Director: Brian Large
More Films in Genre: Music
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ariadne auf Naxos about?
- Jessye Norman is a regal Ariadne, the mythological Greek heroine in this opera-within-an-opera, opposite the passionate Bacchus of the great James King. Kathleen Battle delivers the coloratura fireworks of Zerbinetta, the leader of a commedia dell’arte troupe that finds itself stranded on Ariadne’s island. Tatiana Troyanos and Franz Ferdinand Nentwig star as the young Composer and the Music Master in the opera’s prologue. James Levine brings out all the color and charm of Strauss’s brilliant chamber-sized score with its equal amounts of pathos and humor. Bodo Igesz’s production features sets by esteemed designer Oliver Messel.
- Who directed Ariadne auf Naxos?
- Ariadne auf Naxos was directed by Brian Large.
- Who stars in Ariadne auf Naxos?
- Ariadne auf Naxos stars Jessye Norman, Kathleen Battle, Tatiana Troyanos, James King, Franz Ferdinand Nentwig, Stephen Dickson.
- How long is Ariadne auf Naxos?
- Ariadne auf Naxos has a runtime of 2h 11m (131 minutes).
- What genre is Ariadne auf Naxos?
- Ariadne auf Naxos is a Music film.
- Where was Ariadne auf Naxos produced?
- Ariadne auf Naxos was produced in United States of America.