Deidamia (2012)
Here is a rare and exceptional example in which the director and costume designer amuse themselves with `silly' costumes, but it actually works. I usually loath the stupid concept of 'clever' producers' of dressing opera singers in an motley set of `modern' and bizarre costumes (mostly tasteless) to help the `stupid' spectators to understand the universality of the opera across time and place. However, in this particular production I enjoyed every moment of it. All my reservations withstanding, I found that the costumes have actually helped highlight the `buffa' aspects of this supposedly `siria' opera. This work may not be among Handel's greatest masterpieces, but the way it is presented and sung here makes it a thorough pleasure for the senses.
Cast
- Sally Matthews - Deidamia
- Veronica Cangemi - Nerea
- Olga Pasichnyk - Achille
- Silvia Tro Santafé - Ulisse
- Andrew Foster-Williams - Fenice
- Umberto Chiummo - Licomede
- Ivor Bolton - Conductor
Keywords
opera
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Deidamia about?
- Here is a rare and exceptional example in which the director and costume designer amuse themselves with `silly' costumes, but it actually works. I usually loath the stupid concept of 'clever' producers' of dressing opera singers in an motley set of `modern' and bizarre costumes (mostly tasteless) to help the `stupid' spectators to understand the universality of the opera across time and place. However, in this particular production I enjoyed every moment of it. All my reservations withstanding, I found that the costumes have actually helped highlight the `buffa' aspects of this supposedly `siria' opera. This work may not be among Handel's greatest masterpieces, but the way it is presented and sung here makes it a thorough pleasure for the senses.
- Who directed Deidamia?
- Deidamia was directed by David Alden.
- Who stars in Deidamia?
- Deidamia stars Sally Matthews, Veronica Cangemi, Olga Pasichnyk, Silvia Tro Santafé, Andrew Foster-Williams, Umberto Chiummo.
- How long is Deidamia?
- Deidamia has a runtime of 3h 28m (208 minutes).
- What genre is Deidamia?
- Deidamia is a Music film.
- Where was Deidamia produced?
- Deidamia was produced in Netherlands.