Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera
Synopsis
When the most voluptuous, sought-after courtesan in the world meets an ascetic monk whose life is devoted to God, you know erotic sparks are going to fly. And when the clash takes place in a glorious, but rarely performed, opera by Massenet, it’s a delight to the ear just as much as to the eye. Renée Fleming is every inch the glamorous Thaïs, swathed in elegant gowns designed by Christian Lacroix. Thomas Hampson is Athanaël, the tortured man of God. This production by John Cox, which premiered in December 2008, brilliantly sets the stage for a confrontation as old as civilization itself.
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Thaïs: "Méditation"
Type: Clip • Published 2017-02-15
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Renée Fleming
Thaïs
Thomas Hampson
Athanaël
Michael Schade
Nicias
Alain Vernhes
Palémon
Alyson Cambridge
Crobyle
Ginger Costa-Jackson
Myrtale
Leah Partridge
La charmeuse
Maria Zifchak
Albine
Trevor Scheunemann
Guard
Daniel Clark Smith
Cenobite Monk
Roger Andrews
Cenobite Monk
Kurt Phinney
Cenobite Monk
Richard Pearson
Cenobite Monk
Craig Montgomery
Cenobite Monk
Zahra Hashemian
Solo dancer
David Chan
Self - Violin soloist
Jesús López-Cobos
Self - Conductor
Plácido Domingo
Self - Host
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 20, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Cox, Gary Halvorson
- Screenplay & Story
- Louis Gallet, Anatole France
- Original Score
- Jules Massenet
- Original Title
- Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Production Studios
- Decca, The Metropolitan Opera
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Cox, Gary Halvorson
Louis Gallet, Anatole France
Jules Massenet
Louisa Briccetti, Victoria Warivonchik, Peter Gelb
Department Leadership Roster
John Cox
Director
Louis Gallet
Writer
Jules Massenet
Original Music Composer
Gary Halvorson
Director
Louisa Briccetti
Producer
John Cox
Production Design
Victoria Warivonchik
Producer
Paul Brown
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera about?
When the most voluptuous, sought-after courtesan in the world meets an ascetic monk whose life is devoted to God, you know erotic sparks are going to fly. And when the clash takes place in a glorious, but rarely performed, opera by Massenet, it’s a delight to the ear just as much as to the eye. Renée Fleming is every inch the glamorous Thaïs, swathed in elegant gowns designed by Christian Lacroix. Thomas Hampson is Athanaël, the tortured man of God. This production by John Cox, which premiered in December 2008, brilliantly sets the stage for a confrontation as old as civilization itself.
Who directed Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera?
Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera was directed by John Cox, Gary Halvorson.
Who stars in Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera?
The principal cast of Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera includes Renée Fleming, Thomas Hampson, Michael Schade, Alain Vernhes, Alyson Cambridge.
When was Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera released and how long is it?
Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 2h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera was composed by Jules Massenet.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera?
Thaïs - Metropolitan Opera holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).