La Traviata
Synopsis
La traviata (Italian: [la traˈviaːta], "The Fallen Woman"[1][2]) is an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi set to an Italian libretto by Francesco Maria Piave. It is based on La dame aux Camélias (1852), a play adapted from the novel by Alexandre Dumas, fils. The opera was originally entitled Violetta, after the main character. It was first performed on 6 March 1853 at the La Fenice opera house in Venice. Piave and Verdi wanted to follow Dumas in giving the opera a contemporary setting, but the authorities at La Fenice insisted that it be set in the past, "c. 1700". It was not until the 1880s that the composer and librettist's original wishes were carried out and "realistic" productions were staged.[3]
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Screenplay & Story
- Francesco Maria Piave, Alexandre Dumas fils
- Original Score
- Giuseppe Verdi
- Original Title
- La Traviata
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Royal Opera House, Decca
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francesco Maria Piave, Alexandre Dumas fils
Giuseppe Verdi
Department Leadership Roster
Giuseppe Verdi
Original Music Composer
Francesco Maria Piave
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About La Traviata
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What is La Traviata about?
La traviata (Italian: [la traˈviaːta], "The Fallen Woman"[1][2]) is an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi set to an Italian libretto by Francesco Maria Piave. It is based on La dame aux Camélias (1852), a play adapted from the novel by Alexandre Dumas, fils. The opera was originally entitled Violetta, after the main character. It was first performed on 6 March 1853 at the La Fenice opera house in Venice. Piave and Verdi wanted to follow Dumas in giving the opera a contemporary setting, but the authorities at La Fenice insisted that it be set in the past, "c. 1700". It was not until the 1880s that the composer and librettist's original wishes were carried out and "realistic" productions were staged.[3]
Who directed La Traviata?
La Traviata was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in La Traviata?
The principal cast of La Traviata includes Angela Gheorghiu, Leah-Marian Jones, Gillian Knight, Frank Lopardo, Leo Nucci.
When was La Traviata released and how long is it?
La Traviata was released in 2001 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for La Traviata?
The original motion picture soundtrack for La Traviata was composed by Giuseppe Verdi.
Is La Traviata based on a book or true story?
La Traviata is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Alexandre Dumas fils".