Rigoletto
“Teatro Real”
Synopsis
To elevate a jester to a tragic stature comparable to a Macbeth or a Lear is no easy feat. The dramatic essence of Shakespeare runs in the veins of this Rigoletto, although the story is based on the controversial Le roi s’amuse by Victor Hugo. While the play was prohibited in France for more than fifty years, Verdi himself fought with the censors who initially prevented the publication of his opera. Multi-faceted, perhaps more than any other opera by Verdi - tender, cruel, interspersed with remarkable strokes of black humour -, Rigoletto is also a heart-wrenching study about the love between a parent and a child. Given the helplessness of a woman in the face of a group of men, Teatro Real’s production, which is directed by Miguel del Arco, also considers society's concept of masculinity. Nicola Luisotti conducts some of the great voices of our day, including Javier Camarena, Ludovic Tézier, Marina Viotti and Adela Zaharia.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Miguel del Arco
- Screenplay & Story
- Giuseppe Verdi
- Original Title
- Rigoletto
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Production Studios
- Teatro Real de Madrid
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Miguel del Arco
Giuseppe Verdi
Department Leadership Roster
Giuseppe Verdi
Writer
Miguel del Arco
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rigoletto
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rigoletto about?
To elevate a jester to a tragic stature comparable to a Macbeth or a Lear is no easy feat. The dramatic essence of Shakespeare runs in the veins of this Rigoletto, although the story is based on the controversial Le roi s’amuse by Victor Hugo. While the play was prohibited in France for more than fifty years, Verdi himself fought with the censors who initially prevented the publication of his opera. Multi-faceted, perhaps more than any other opera by Verdi - tender, cruel, interspersed with remarkable strokes of black humour -, Rigoletto is also a heart-wrenching study about the love between a parent and a child. Given the helplessness of a woman in the face of a group of men, Teatro Real’s production, which is directed by Miguel del Arco, also considers society's concept of masculinity. Nicola Luisotti conducts some of the great voices of our day, including Javier Camarena, Ludovic Tézier, Marina Viotti and Adela Zaharia.
Who directed Rigoletto?
Rigoletto was directed by Miguel del Arco.
Who stars in Rigoletto?
The principal cast of Rigoletto includes Javier Camarena, Ludovic Tézier, Adela Zaharia, Peixin Chen, Marina Viotti.
When was Rigoletto released and how long is it?
Rigoletto was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 2h 17m.