Elektra
“Baden-Baden Easter Festival”
Synopsis
In the spring of 2024, the Berliner Philharmoniker, under the direction of their chief conductor Kirill Petrenko, presented a staged production of Richard Strauss’s thrilling and dark opera Elektra – the highlight of the Baden-Baden Easter Festival. The title role was sung by the acclaimed soprano Nina Stemme. Philipp Stölzl, who has caused a sensation with his spectacular productions on the lake stage at the Bregenz Festival, was the director and set designer.
Top Cast
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Nina Maria Stemme
Elektra
Elza van den Heever
Chrysothemis
Michaela Schuster
Klytämnestra
Wolfgang Ablinger-Sperrhacke
Aegisth
Johan Reuter
Orest
Anthony Robin Schneider
Pfleger des Orest
Anna Denisova
Die Schleppträgerin
Lucas van Lierop
Ein junger Diener
Kirsi Tiihonen
Die Aufseherin
Serafina Starke
Die Vertraute
Katharina Magiera
Erste Magd
Marvic Monreal
Zweite Magd
Alexandra Ionis
Dritte Magd
Dorothea Herbert
Vierte Magd
Lauren Fagan
Fünfte Magd
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philipp Stölzl, Philipp M. Krenn
- Original Score
- Richard Strauss
- Original Title
- Elektra
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philipp Stölzl, Philipp M. Krenn
Richard Strauss
Department Leadership Roster
Philipp Stölzl
Director
Philipp M. Krenn
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Elektra.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elektra
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Elektra about?
In the spring of 2024, the Berliner Philharmoniker, under the direction of their chief conductor Kirill Petrenko, presented a staged production of Richard Strauss’s thrilling and dark opera Elektra – the highlight of the Baden-Baden Easter Festival. The title role was sung by the acclaimed soprano Nina Stemme. Philipp Stölzl, who has caused a sensation with his spectacular productions on the lake stage at the Bregenz Festival, was the director and set designer.
Who directed Elektra?
Elektra was directed by Philipp Stölzl, Philipp M. Krenn.
Who stars in Elektra?
The principal cast of Elektra includes Nina Maria Stemme, Elza van den Heever, Michaela Schuster, Wolfgang Ablinger-Sperrhacke, Johan Reuter.
When was Elektra released and how long is it?
Elektra was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Elektra?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Elektra was composed by Richard Strauss.