L’Italiana in Algeri
L'Italiana in Algeri
Synopsis
Live performance from the Schwetzinger Festspiele, 1987. At the age of 21, Italian composer Giacchino Rossini penned the masterful comic opera “L’Italiana in Algeri” (“The Italian Girl in Algiers”) in less than a month. The composer’s youthful exuberance comes across in this infectious 1987 performance. Though she’s known mainly for her Wagner roles, acclaimed German mezzo-soprano Doris Soffel shines in the title role of Isabella. Ralf Weikert conducts, and Mauro Pagano oversees sets and costumes.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claus Viller
- Screenplay & Story
- Angelo Anelli
- Original Score
- Gioachino Rossini
- Original Title
- L'Italiana in Algeri
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 29m
- Production Studios
- ArtHaus
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claus Viller
Angelo Anelli
Gioachino Rossini
Department Leadership Roster
Gioachino Rossini
Original Music Composer
Claus Viller
Director
Mauro Pagano
Production Design
Angelo Anelli
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About L’Italiana in Algeri
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What is L’Italiana in Algeri about?
Live performance from the Schwetzinger Festspiele, 1987. At the age of 21, Italian composer Giacchino Rossini penned the masterful comic opera “L’Italiana in Algeri” (“The Italian Girl in Algiers”) in less than a month. The composer’s youthful exuberance comes across in this infectious 1987 performance. Though she’s known mainly for her Wagner roles, acclaimed German mezzo-soprano Doris Soffel shines in the title role of Isabella. Ralf Weikert conducts, and Mauro Pagano oversees sets and costumes.
Who directed L’Italiana in Algeri?
L’Italiana in Algeri was directed by Claus Viller.
Who stars in L’Italiana in Algeri?
The principal cast of L’Italiana in Algeri includes Doris Soffel , Robert Gambill, Günter von Kannen, Enric Serra, Nuccia Focile.
When was L’Italiana in Algeri released and how long is it?
L’Italiana in Algeri was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 2h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for L’Italiana in Algeri?
The original motion picture soundtrack for L’Italiana in Algeri was composed by Gioachino Rossini.