La Ciociara
“Wexford Festival Opera”
Synopsis
Marco Tutino's opera, produced for the 2023 Wexford Festival Opera, tells the story of a mother and daughter fleeing the chaos and atrocities of the Second World War in Italy. It's a story inspired by Alberto Moravia's novel which was already adapted for the cinema by Vittorio De Sica in 1960, bagging Sophia Loren an Academy Award for her starring performance. La Ciociara, performed here on an Irish festival stage, offers a poignant operatic experience with powerful themes that resonate through time.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rosetta Cucchi
- Original Score
- Marco Tutino
- Original Title
- La Ciociara
- Country of Origin
- Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
- Production Studios
- Wexford Festival Opera
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rosetta Cucchi
Marco Tutino
Department Leadership Roster
Rosetta Cucchi
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About La Ciociara
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is La Ciociara about?
Marco Tutino's opera, produced for the 2023 Wexford Festival Opera, tells the story of a mother and daughter fleeing the chaos and atrocities of the Second World War in Italy. It's a story inspired by Alberto Moravia's novel which was already adapted for the cinema by Vittorio De Sica in 1960, bagging Sophia Loren an Academy Award for her starring performance. La Ciociara, performed here on an Irish festival stage, offers a poignant operatic experience with powerful themes that resonate through time.
Who directed La Ciociara?
La Ciociara was directed by Rosetta Cucchi.
Who stars in La Ciociara?
The principal cast of La Ciociara includes Jade Phénix, Leonardo Caimi, Devid Cecconi, Na'ama Goldman, Alexandre Kiechle.
When was La Ciociara released and how long is it?
La Ciociara was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 2h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for La Ciociara?
The original motion picture soundtrack for La Ciociara was composed by Marco Tutino.