Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel
Synopsis
As bright and colorful as penny candy, this visually arresting production of Engelbert Humperdinck's "Hansel und Gretel" puts a twist on the classic fairy tale upon which it's based by uprooting the action to modern times. Director Laurent Pelly's interpretation, which premiered at Glyndebourne in 2008, finds Hansel, Gretel and their family taking shelter in a cardboard box while the witch's stock of goodies lines the shelves of a supermarket.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Laurent Pelly, Thomas Grimm
- Original Score
- Engelbert Humperdinck
- Original Title
- Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Production Studios
- Decca
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Laurent Pelly, Thomas Grimm
Engelbert Humperdinck
Department Leadership Roster
Laurent Pelly
Director
Thomas Grimm
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel
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What is Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel about?
As bright and colorful as penny candy, this visually arresting production of Engelbert Humperdinck's "Hansel und Gretel" puts a twist on the classic fairy tale upon which it's based by uprooting the action to modern times. Director Laurent Pelly's interpretation, which premiered at Glyndebourne in 2008, finds Hansel, Gretel and their family taking shelter in a cardboard box while the witch's stock of goodies lines the shelves of a supermarket.
Who directed Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel?
Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel was directed by Laurent Pelly, Thomas Grimm.
Who stars in Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel?
The principal cast of Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel includes Jennifer Holloway, Adriana Kučerová, Irmgard Vilsmaier, Klaus Kuttler, Wolfgang Ablinger-Sperrhacke.
When was Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel released and how long is it?
Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Humperdinck: Hansel und Gretel was composed by Engelbert Humperdinck.