Rinaldo (2012)

Rinaldo (HWV 7) is an opera by George Frideric Handel composed in 1711. It is the first Italian language opera written specifically for the London stage. The libretto was prepared by Giacomo Rossi from a scenario provided by Aaron Hill. The work was first performed at the Queen's Theatre in London's Haymarket on 24 February 1711. The story of love, battle and redemption set at the time of the First Crusade is loosely based on Torquato Tasso's epic poem Gerusalemme liberata (Jerusalem Delivered), and its staging involved many original and vivid effects. It was a great success with the public, despite negative reactions from literary critics hostile to the trend towards Italian entertainment in English theatres.

Director: Robert Carsen
Runtime: 168 min
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Production: Glyndebourne Festival Opera
Country: United Kingdom
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
More Films by Director: Robert Carsen

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rinaldo about?
Rinaldo (HWV 7) is an opera by George Frideric Handel composed in 1711. It is the first Italian language opera written specifically for the London stage. The libretto was prepared by Giacomo Rossi from a scenario provided by Aaron Hill. The work was first performed at the Queen's Theatre in London's Haymarket on 24 February 1711. The story of love, battle and redemption set at the time of the First Crusade is loosely based on Torquato Tasso's epic poem Gerusalemme liberata (Jerusalem Delivered), and its staging involved many original and vivid effects. It was a great success with the public, despite negative reactions from literary critics hostile to the trend towards Italian entertainment in English theatres.
Who directed Rinaldo?
Rinaldo was directed by Robert Carsen.
Who stars in Rinaldo?
Rinaldo stars Sonia Prina, Varduhi Abrahamyan, Anett Fritsch, Luca Pisaroni, Tim Mead.
How long is Rinaldo?
Rinaldo has a runtime of 2h 48m (168 minutes).
Where was Rinaldo produced?
Rinaldo was produced in United Kingdom.