Don Carlo - ROH
Synopsis
Rolando Villazón Triumphantly Returns To The Stage As Don Carlo In The 2007/2008 Royal Opera House'S Producton Of Don Carlo. National Theatre director Nicholas Hytner's new staging of Verdi's grandest-- and arguably greatest -- opera, Don Carlo, was the highlight of the 2007/2008 Royal Opera House season. This new production marked Rolando Villazón's much anticipated and triumphant return. Set amidst the political, religious and sexual intrigue of the 16th century Spanish court, this epic work tells the tragic story of Don Carlo, a virtuous young prince who is pitted against the powers of a dominant, corrupt society. First staged at The Royal Opera House in 1886, this new production is the first new version of the 5-Act complete opera to be staged at Covent Garden in 50 years. With sets and costumes by Bob Crowley, direction by Nicholas Hytner, and an enviable cast, this production of Don Carlo is worthy of the greatness of Verdi's original, masterful work.
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Marina Poplavskaya
Elisabetta di Valois
Simon Keenlyside
Rodrigo, Marchese di Posa
Sonia Ganassi
La Principessa Eboli
Rolando Villazón
Don Carlos
Ferruccio Furlanetto
Filippo II
Eric Halfvarson
Il Grande Inquisitore
Alexander D'Andrea
Priest inquisitor
Pumeza Matshikiza
Tebaldo
Anita Watson
Una voce dal cielo
Nikola Matišic
Il conte di Lerma
Robert Lloyd
Un frate / Carlos V
Alexander D'Andrea
Sacerdote Inquisitore
Antonio Pappano
Conductor
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Release History & Theatrical Window
Live performance
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicholas Hytner, Robin Lough
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph Méry, Camille du Locle
- Original Score
- Giuseppe Verdi
- Original Title
- Don Carlo - ROH
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 3h 25m
- Production Studios
- EMI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicholas Hytner, Robin Lough
Joseph Méry, Camille du Locle
Giuseppe Verdi
Department Leadership Roster
Giuseppe Verdi
Original Music Composer
Joseph Méry
Writer
Nicholas Hytner
Director
Robin Lough
Director
Camille du Locle
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is Don Carlo - ROH about?
Rolando Villazón Triumphantly Returns To The Stage As Don Carlo In The 2007/2008 Royal Opera House'S Producton Of Don Carlo. National Theatre director Nicholas Hytner's new staging of Verdi's grandest-- and arguably greatest -- opera, Don Carlo, was the highlight of the 2007/2008 Royal Opera House season. This new production marked Rolando Villazón's much anticipated and triumphant return. Set amidst the political, religious and sexual intrigue of the 16th century Spanish court, this epic work tells the tragic story of Don Carlo, a virtuous young prince who is pitted against the powers of a dominant, corrupt society. First staged at The Royal Opera House in 1886, this new production is the first new version of the 5-Act complete opera to be staged at Covent Garden in 50 years. With sets and costumes by Bob Crowley, direction by Nicholas Hytner, and an enviable cast, this production of Don Carlo is worthy of the greatness of Verdi's original, masterful work.
Who directed Don Carlo - ROH?
Don Carlo - ROH was directed by Nicholas Hytner, Robin Lough.
Who stars in Don Carlo - ROH?
The principal cast of Don Carlo - ROH includes Marina Poplavskaya, Simon Keenlyside, Sonia Ganassi, Rolando Villazón, Ferruccio Furlanetto.
When was Don Carlo - ROH released and how long is it?
Don Carlo - ROH was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 3h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Don Carlo - ROH?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Don Carlo - ROH was composed by Giuseppe Verdi.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Don Carlo - ROH?
Don Carlo - ROH holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).