Dialogues of the Carmelites
Francis Poulenc's only full-length opera is firmly rooted in the post World War II era. Based on the historical events of the time of the French Revolution, this story of a community of Carmelite nuns who go to the guillotine rather than renounce their calling can be received in many ways. Poulenc's warmly melodic and lyrical score is wholly dramatic and gripping, and Dame Joan Sutherland, recreating the role she sang at the opera's British premiere in 1958, sings the second prioress with commanding moderation. This production serves the inspiration of Poulenc in every important particular of style, economy and theatrical force. Richard Bonynge conducts the Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra. Sung in English.
Director: Richard Bonynge
Genre: Music
Runtime: 159 min
Cast
- Geoffrey Chard - Marquis de la Force
- Isobel Buchanan - Blance de la Force
- Paul Ferris - Chevalier de la Force
- Lone Koppel - Mme de Croissy
- Joan Sutherland - Mme Lidione
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Dialogues of the Carmelites about?
- Francis Poulenc's only full-length opera is firmly rooted in the post World War II era. Based on the historical events of the time of the French Revolution, this story of a community of Carmelite nuns who go to the guillotine rather than renounce their calling can be received in many ways. Poulenc's warmly melodic and lyrical score is wholly dramatic and gripping, and Dame Joan Sutherland, recreating the role she sang at the opera's British premiere in 1958, sings the second prioress with commanding moderation. This production serves the inspiration of Poulenc in every important particular of style, economy and theatrical force. Richard Bonynge conducts the Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra. Sung in English.
- Who directed Dialogues of the Carmelites?
- Dialogues of the Carmelites was directed by Richard Bonynge.
- Who stars in Dialogues of the Carmelites?
- Dialogues of the Carmelites stars Geoffrey Chard, Isobel Buchanan, Paul Ferris, Lone Koppel, Joan Sutherland.
- How long is Dialogues of the Carmelites?
- Dialogues of the Carmelites has a runtime of 2h 39m (159 minutes).
- What genre is Dialogues of the Carmelites?
- Dialogues of the Carmelites is a Music film.