Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House
Synopsis
When a precious hoard of gold is stolen from the river Rhine, it unleashes a chain of destructive events, pitting gods and mortals against one another for generations. Wagner’s Ring cycle boasts some of the greatest music ever written for the opera stage. Join us as we embark on a spectacular journey into the world of myth, dream and memory, with the figure of Erda – Mother Earth herself – at its centre.
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Christopher Maltman
Wotan
Christopher Purves
Alberich
Sean Panikkar
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Marina Prudenskaya
Fricka
Kiandra Howarth
Freia
Wiebke Lehmkuhl
Erda (voice)
Kostas Smoriginas
Donner
Rodrick Dixon
Froh
Brenton Ryan
Mime
In Sung Sim
Fasolt
Soloman Howard
Fafner
Katharina Konradi
Woglinde
Niamh O'Sullivan
Wellgunde
Marvic Monreal
Flosshilde
Antonio Pappano
Self - Conductor
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Orchestra
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Barrie Kosky
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Wagner
- Original Score
- Richard Wagner
- Original Title
- Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 2h 50m
- Production Studios
- Royal Opera House
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Barrie Kosky
Richard Wagner
Richard Wagner
Department Leadership Roster
Barrie Kosky
Director
Richard Wagner
Writer
Richard Wagner
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
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What is Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House about?
When a precious hoard of gold is stolen from the river Rhine, it unleashes a chain of destructive events, pitting gods and mortals against one another for generations. Wagner’s Ring cycle boasts some of the greatest music ever written for the opera stage. Join us as we embark on a spectacular journey into the world of myth, dream and memory, with the figure of Erda – Mother Earth herself – at its centre.
Who directed Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House?
Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House was directed by Barrie Kosky.
Who stars in Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House?
The principal cast of Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House includes Christopher Maltman, Christopher Purves, Sean Panikkar, Marina Prudenskaya, Kiandra Howarth.
When was Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House released and how long is it?
Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 2h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House was composed by Richard Wagner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House?
Wagner: Das Rheingold - Royal Opera House holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).