The Lighthouse
Synopsis
The Lighthouse is a chamber opera with words and music by Peter Maxwell Davies. The scenario was inspired by a true story. In December 1900 a lighthouse supply ship called the Hesperus, based in Stromness, Orkney, went on its routine tour of duty to the Flannan Isles in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. The lighthouse was empty - all three beds and the table looked as if they had been left in a hurry and the lamp, throughout, was in perfect working order, but the men had disappeared into thin air.
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Peter Maxwell Davies (born 1934) - The Lighthouse (Part 1)
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-04-04
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 4, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elaine Tyler-Hall
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Maxwell Davies
- Original Score
- Peter Maxwell Davies
- Original Title
- The Lighthouse
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Psappha Ensemble
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elaine Tyler-Hall
Peter Maxwell Davies
Peter Maxwell Davies
Department Leadership Roster
Elaine Tyler-Hall
Director
Aaron Marsden
Production Design
Peter Maxwell Davies
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lighthouse
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What is The Lighthouse about?
The Lighthouse is a chamber opera with words and music by Peter Maxwell Davies. The scenario was inspired by a true story. In December 1900 a lighthouse supply ship called the Hesperus, based in Stromness, Orkney, went on its routine tour of duty to the Flannan Isles in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. The lighthouse was empty - all three beds and the table looked as if they had been left in a hurry and the lamp, throughout, was in perfect working order, but the men had disappeared into thin air.
Who directed The Lighthouse?
The Lighthouse was directed by Elaine Tyler-Hall.
Who stars in The Lighthouse?
The principal cast of The Lighthouse includes James Oxley, Damian Thantrey, Jonathan Best, Etienne Siebens.
When was The Lighthouse released and how long is it?
The Lighthouse was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Lighthouse?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Lighthouse was composed by Peter Maxwell Davies.