The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide (2018)

This rarely performed tragic opera reveals 'The Barber of Seville' composer Giaochino Rossini in a whole new light.

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Against the backdrop of the Hanging Gardens, Semiramide, Queen of Babylon, defies bad omens and supernatural threats in her quest to find a worthy successor to her late husband. But she harbours more than one dark secret, and whoever gains the throne may find that he has lost more than he has won. Based on a story by Voltaire, this rarely performed tragic opera reveals 'The Barber of Seville' composer Giaochino Rossini in a whole new light. The title role—composed for Rossini’s wife, Isabella Colbran—features some of the most demanding vocal music he ever wrote. Angela Meade takes on the challenging vocal fireworks in this revival of a production last seen at the Met 25 years ago.

Director: Barbara Willis Sweete
Genre: Music
Runtime: 236 min
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Music: Gioacchino Rossini
Language: Italiano
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide about?
Against the backdrop of the Hanging Gardens, Semiramide, Queen of Babylon, defies bad omens and supernatural threats in her quest to find a worthy successor to her late husband. But she harbours more than one dark secret, and whoever gains the throne may find that he has lost more than he has won. Based on a story by Voltaire, this rarely performed tragic opera reveals 'The Barber of Seville' composer Giaochino Rossini in a whole new light. The title role—composed for Rossini’s wife, Isabella Colbran—features some of the most demanding vocal music he ever wrote. Angela Meade takes on the challenging vocal fireworks in this revival of a production last seen at the Met 25 years ago.
Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide?
The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide was directed by Barbara Willis Sweete.
Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide?
The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide stars Angela Meade, Javier Camarena, Elizabeth DeShong, Ildar Abdrazakov.
How long is The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide?
The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide has a runtime of 3h 56m (236 minutes).
What genre is The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide?
The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide is a Music film.