Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera)
Synopsis
Tan Dun portrays the Venetian explorer's travels to the Far East as a journey of both inner and physical discovery, a voyage depicting spiritual experiences as well as a geographical expedition. Pierre Audi's mythical staging and Jean Kalman's fabulous set design complement the composer's own musical direction, forging the dazzlingly versatile soloists, the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra and Cappella Amsterdam to a stunning symbiosis of elements across time and space, a true testimony to cultures intertwined in globalization.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Misjel Vermerien
- Screenplay & Story
- Tan Dun
- Original Title
- Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera)
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Misjel Vermerien
Tan Dun
Department Leadership Roster
Misjel Vermerien
Director
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What is Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) about?
Tan Dun portrays the Venetian explorer's travels to the Far East as a journey of both inner and physical discovery, a voyage depicting spiritual experiences as well as a geographical expedition. Pierre Audi's mythical staging and Jean Kalman's fabulous set design complement the composer's own musical direction, forging the dazzlingly versatile soloists, the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra and Cappella Amsterdam to a stunning symbiosis of elements across time and space, a true testimony to cultures intertwined in globalization.
Who directed Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera)?
Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) was directed by Misjel Vermerien.
Who stars in Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera)?
The principal cast of Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) includes Charles Workman, Sarah Castle, Stephen Richardson, Nancy Allen Lundy, Zhang Jun.
When was Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) released and how long is it?
Marco Polo (An Opera Within an Opera) was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.