Britten: The Rape of Lucretia (2013)
Sarah Connolly's 'outstanding' (The Guardian) portrayal of the wronged Roman noblewoman, written originally for Kathleen Ferrier, lies at the hear of David McVicar's powerfully stark production for English National Opera as 'an everyday sort of woman who could be living at any time or place'. Her nemesis is the arrogant Tarquinius of Christopher Maltman, 'who made the air tingle with danger' (Financial Times). Sung in English.
Director: David McVicar
Genre: Music
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: November 4, 2013
Cast
- Sarah Connolly - Lucretia
- Christopher Maltman - Prince Tarquinius
- Catherine Wyn-Rogers - Bianca
- Mary Nelson - Lucia
- Leigh Melrose - Junius
- Clive Bayley - Collatinus
- John Mark Ainsley - Male Chorus
- Orla Boylan - Female Chorus
Screenplay
- Benjamin Britten (Musical)
Music: Paul Daniel
Production: Opus Arte, BBC, ENO: English National Opera
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
opera
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Britten: The Rape of Lucretia about?
- Sarah Connolly's 'outstanding' (The Guardian) portrayal of the wronged Roman noblewoman, written originally for Kathleen Ferrier, lies at the hear of David McVicar's powerfully stark production for English National Opera as 'an everyday sort of woman who could be living at any time or place'. Her nemesis is the arrogant Tarquinius of Christopher Maltman, 'who made the air tingle with danger' (Financial Times). Sung in English.
- Who directed Britten: The Rape of Lucretia?
- Britten: The Rape of Lucretia was directed by David McVicar.
- Who stars in Britten: The Rape of Lucretia?
- Britten: The Rape of Lucretia stars Sarah Connolly, Christopher Maltman, Catherine Wyn-Rogers, Mary Nelson, Leigh Melrose, Clive Bayley.
- How long is Britten: The Rape of Lucretia?
- Britten: The Rape of Lucretia has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is Britten: The Rape of Lucretia?
- Britten: The Rape of Lucretia is a Music film.
- Where was Britten: The Rape of Lucretia produced?
- Britten: The Rape of Lucretia was produced in United Kingdom.