The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine (2009)
Absolutely Delightful Performance
This elegant romance is the least-known work of the mature Giacomo Puccini . The story concerns a kept woman who defies convention to chase a dream of romantic love with an earnest, if naïve, young man. This Met Opera production features the dynamic soprano Angela Gheorghiu and Frenchborn tenor Roberto Alagna performing the roles of Magda and Ruggero, it blooms into its rightful place in the glorious Puccini canon. La Rondine (The Swallow) was commissioned by Vienna s Carltheater in 1913. Due to the impending outbreak of World War I, premiered in 1917, at the Opéra de Monte-Carlo with Gilda Dalla Rizza and Tito Schipa. Set in a Parisian salon, it is the story of Magda, the glamorous mistress of wealthy banker Rambaldo. Her yearning for romantic love compels her into the arms of the ardent and adoring young Ruggero.
Cast
- Angela Gheorghiu - Magda
- Roberto Alagna - Ruggero
- Samuel Ramey - Rambaldo
- Lisette Oropesa - Lisette
- Marius Brenciu - Prunier
- Monica Yunus - Yvette
- Marco Armiliato - Self - Conductor
- Alyson Cambridge - Bianca
- Marty Singleton - Adolf
- Anne Nonnemacher - Georgette
Screenplay
Keywords
opera, puccini
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine about?
- This elegant romance is the least-known work of the mature Giacomo Puccini . The story concerns a kept woman who defies convention to chase a dream of romantic love with an earnest, if naïve, young man. This Met Opera production features the dynamic soprano Angela Gheorghiu and Frenchborn tenor Roberto Alagna performing the roles of Magda and Ruggero, it blooms into its rightful place in the glorious Puccini canon. La Rondine (The Swallow) was commissioned by Vienna s Carltheater in 1913. Due to the impending outbreak of World War I, premiered in 1917, at the Opéra de Monte-Carlo with Gilda Dalla Rizza and Tito Schipa. Set in a Parisian salon, it is the story of Magda, the glamorous mistress of wealthy banker Rambaldo. Her yearning for romantic love compels her into the arms of the ardent and adoring young Ruggero.
- Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
- The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine was directed by Brian Large.
- Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
- The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine stars Angela Gheorghiu, Roberto Alagna, Samuel Ramey, Lisette Oropesa, Marius Brenciu, Monica Yunus.
- How long is The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
- The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine has a runtime of 1h 54m (114 minutes).
- What genre is The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
- The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine is a Music film.
- Where was The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine produced?
- The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine was produced in Italy.