Monteverdi: L'Orfeo
Synopsis
Considered to be one of the first operas in history, Monteverdi’s L’Orfeo (1607) re-enacts the tragic Greek saga of Orpheus and Euridice. In an attempt to bring his dead bride, Euridice, back to life, Orpheus descends to the underworld. But he fails to fulfil one vital condition: Orpheus is not allowed to look back at Euridice when she follows him back to the living world. Since he cannot prevent himself from turning around, his bride is forced to return to the world of the dead. Orpheus loses himself in the violence of grief, suffering but also growing and finally coming to a new and deeper understanding of himself. Called ‘a fable in music’ by Monteverdi, L’Orfeo was one of the most frequently performed operas of its era and is a magical introduction to Monteverdi’s probing investigation of human nature, character and desire by means of music.
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Eliot Gardiner
- Original Score
- Sébastien Glass
- Original Title
- Monteverdi: L'Orfeo
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Eliot Gardiner
Sébastien Glass
Department Leadership Roster
John Eliot Gardiner
Director
Sébastien Glass
Original Music Composer
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BD Release: 2021-2025
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What is Monteverdi: L'Orfeo about?
Considered to be one of the first operas in history, Monteverdi’s L’Orfeo (1607) re-enacts the tragic Greek saga of Orpheus and Euridice. In an attempt to bring his dead bride, Euridice, back to life, Orpheus descends to the underworld. But he fails to fulfil one vital condition: Orpheus is not allowed to look back at Euridice when she follows him back to the living world. Since he cannot prevent himself from turning around, his bride is forced to return to the world of the dead. Orpheus loses himself in the violence of grief, suffering but also growing and finally coming to a new and deeper understanding of himself. Called ‘a fable in music’ by Monteverdi, L’Orfeo was one of the most frequently performed operas of its era and is a magical introduction to Monteverdi’s probing investigation of human nature, character and desire by means of music.
Who directed Monteverdi: L'Orfeo?
Monteverdi: L'Orfeo was directed by John Eliot Gardiner.
Who stars in Monteverdi: L'Orfeo?
The principal cast of Monteverdi: L'Orfeo includes Not specified.
When was Monteverdi: L'Orfeo released and how long is it?
Monteverdi: L'Orfeo was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
Who composed the musical score for Monteverdi: L'Orfeo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Monteverdi: L'Orfeo was composed by Sébastien Glass.