Nabucco
Synopsis
Nabucco - live from Metropolitan Opera, June 2002. On its surface, Nabucco is about the epic struggle of Zaccaria and the Jews suppressed by Babylon’s King Nebuchadnezzar and his vengeful daughter, Abigaille. But to Italians fighting for their freedom from Austria, Verdi’s first great opera was an inspiring call to arms.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 26, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Large, Elijah Moshinsky
- Screenplay & Story
- Temistocle Solera
- Original Score
- Giuseppe Verdi
- Original Title
- Nabucco
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Production Studios
- The Metropolitan Opera
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Large, Elijah Moshinsky
Temistocle Solera
Giuseppe Verdi
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Large
Director
Giuseppe Verdi
Original Music Composer
Temistocle Solera
Writer
Elijah Moshinsky
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nabucco
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What is Nabucco about?
Nabucco - live from Metropolitan Opera, June 2002. On its surface, Nabucco is about the epic struggle of Zaccaria and the Jews suppressed by Babylon’s King Nebuchadnezzar and his vengeful daughter, Abigaille. But to Italians fighting for their freedom from Austria, Verdi’s first great opera was an inspiring call to arms.
Who directed Nabucco?
Nabucco was directed by Brian Large, Elijah Moshinsky.
Who stars in Nabucco?
The principal cast of Nabucco includes Juan Pons, Maria Guleghina, Gwyn Hughes Jones, Wendy White, Samuel Ramey.
When was Nabucco released and how long is it?
Nabucco was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Nabucco?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nabucco was composed by Giuseppe Verdi.