Peter Grimes (2021)
The most important English opera since the time(s) of Henry Purcell
Based on a poem published in 1810 with more ethnographic than dramatic focus, Britten constructed a sombre parable about the conflict between the masses and the individual. The maritime atmosphere, the crudity of people’s lives and passions, and the complex, impenetrable personality of the protagonist come together in a tragedy which ferments and explodes in the din of silence and hearsay. New production of the Teatro Real, in co-production with the Royal Opera House Covent Garden of London, the Opéra national of Paris and the Teatro dell’Opera of Rome
Director: Deborah Warner
Genre: Music
Runtime: 225 min
Release Date: May 7, 2021
Cast
- Allan Clayton - Peter Grimes
- Maria Bengtsson - Ellen Orford
- Christopher Purves - Cap. Balstrode
- Catherine Wyn-Rogers - Auntie
- John Graham-Hall - Bob Boles
- Clive Bayley - Swallow
- Rosie Aldridge - Mrs. Sedley
- Jacques Imbrailo - Ned Keene
- Barnaby Rea - Hobson
- Rocío Pérez - First Niece
Screenplay
- Montagu Slater
- George Crabbe (Story)
Music: Benjamin Britten
Production: Teatro Real de Madrid
Country: Spain
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Deborah Warner
More Films in Genre: Music
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Peter Grimes about?
- Based on a poem published in 1810 with more ethnographic than dramatic focus, Britten constructed a sombre parable about the conflict between the masses and the individual. The maritime atmosphere, the crudity of people’s lives and passions, and the complex, impenetrable personality of the protagonist come together in a tragedy which ferments and explodes in the din of silence and hearsay. New production of the Teatro Real, in co-production with the Royal Opera House Covent Garden of London, the Opéra national of Paris and the Teatro dell’Opera of Rome
- Who directed Peter Grimes?
- Peter Grimes was directed by Deborah Warner.
- Who stars in Peter Grimes?
- Peter Grimes stars Allan Clayton, Maria Bengtsson, Christopher Purves, Catherine Wyn-Rogers, John Graham-Hall, Clive Bayley.
- How long is Peter Grimes?
- Peter Grimes has a runtime of 3h 45m (225 minutes).
- What genre is Peter Grimes?
- Peter Grimes is a Music film.
- Where was Peter Grimes produced?
- Peter Grimes was produced in Spain.