Orpheus and Eurydice
Orpheus und Eurydike
Synopsis
The Ballet de l'Opera National de Paris mounted this production of the late Pina Bausch's dance-opera Orpheus und Eurydike, which Bausch had adapted from composer Christoph Willibald-Gluck and Ranieri de' Calzabigi's 1762 opera Orfeo ed Euridice. As the title suggests, it takes its basic narrative from the myth of Orpheus, and his courageous but ill-fated attempt to rescue his lover Eurydice (also known as Eurydike) from the jaws of the underworld. This particular production finds Yann Bridard dancing as Orpheus and Marie-Agnès Gillot dancing as Eurydike , with mezzo-soprano Maria-Riccarda Wesseling accompanying Bridard and soprano Julia Kleiter accompanying Wesseling. Pina Bausch did the choreography and stage direction, while Rolf Borzik designed the sets, costumes and lighting. The Balthasar-Neumann Ensemble & Choir, under the direction of Thomas Hengelbrock, lend musical accompaniment.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 11, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vincent Bataillon
- Original Score
- Christoph Willibald Gluck
- Original Title
- Orpheus und Eurydike
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- BelAir Media, Opéra National de Paris, ARTE France Cinéma
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vincent Bataillon
Christoph Willibald Gluck
Department Leadership Roster
Vincent Bataillon
Director
Christoph Willibald Gluck
Original Music Composer
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What is Orpheus and Eurydice about?
The Ballet de l'Opera National de Paris mounted this production of the late Pina Bausch's dance-opera Orpheus und Eurydike, which Bausch had adapted from composer Christoph Willibald-Gluck and Ranieri de' Calzabigi's 1762 opera Orfeo ed Euridice. As the title suggests, it takes its basic narrative from the myth of Orpheus, and his courageous but ill-fated attempt to rescue his lover Eurydice (also known as Eurydike) from the jaws of the underworld. This particular production finds Yann Bridard dancing as Orpheus and Marie-Agnès Gillot dancing as Eurydike , with mezzo-soprano Maria-Riccarda Wesseling accompanying Bridard and soprano Julia Kleiter accompanying Wesseling. Pina Bausch did the choreography and stage direction, while Rolf Borzik designed the sets, costumes and lighting. The Balthasar-Neumann Ensemble & Choir, under the direction of Thomas Hengelbrock, lend musical accompaniment.
Who directed Orpheus and Eurydice?
Orpheus and Eurydice was directed by Vincent Bataillon.
Who stars in Orpheus and Eurydice?
The principal cast of Orpheus and Eurydice includes Thomas Hengelbrock, Yann Bridard, Maria Riccarda Wesseling, Marie-Agnès Gillot, Julia Kleiter.
When was Orpheus and Eurydice released and how long is it?
Orpheus and Eurydice was released in 2008 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for Orpheus and Eurydice?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Orpheus and Eurydice was composed by Christoph Willibald Gluck.