Parsifal
“The Metropolitan Opera: Parsifal”
Synopsis
The Met assembled an ideal cast for François Girard’s acclaimed new production of Wagner’s final masterpiece: Jonas Kaufmann in the title role of the fool “made wise by compassion”, René Pape as Gurnemanz, the veteran Knight of the Grail, Katarina Dalayman as Kundry, Peter Mattei is Amfortas, the anguished ruler of the Grail’s kingdom, and Evgeny Nikitin sings the evil magician Klingsor.
Top Cast
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Katarina Dalayman
Kundry
René Pape
Gurnemanz
Rúni Brattaberg
Titurel
Maria Zifchak
Voice from Above
Peter Mattei
Amfortas
Evgeny Nikitin
Klingsor
Jennifer Forni
First Esquire
Lauren McNeese
Second Esquire
Andrew Stenson
Third Esquire
Mario Chang
Fourth Esquire
Mark Schowalter
First Knight
Ryan Speedo Green
Second Knight
Kiera Duffy
Flower Maidens
Lei Xu
Flower Maidens
Irene Roberts
Flower Maidens
Haeran Hong
Flower Maidens
Katherine Whyte
Flower Maidens
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 2, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- François Girard, Barbara Willis Sweete
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Wagner
- Original Score
- Richard Wagner
- Original Title
- Parsifal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 4h 40m
- Production Studios
- Sony Classical, The Metropolitan Opera
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
François Girard, Barbara Willis Sweete
Richard Wagner
Richard Wagner
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Wagner
Writer
François Girard
Director
Barbara Willis Sweete
Director
Richard Wagner
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Parsifal.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Parsifal
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Parsifal about?
The Met assembled an ideal cast for François Girard’s acclaimed new production of Wagner’s final masterpiece: Jonas Kaufmann in the title role of the fool “made wise by compassion”, René Pape as Gurnemanz, the veteran Knight of the Grail, Katarina Dalayman as Kundry, Peter Mattei is Amfortas, the anguished ruler of the Grail’s kingdom, and Evgeny Nikitin sings the evil magician Klingsor.
Who directed Parsifal?
Parsifal was directed by François Girard, Barbara Willis Sweete.
Who stars in Parsifal?
The principal cast of Parsifal includes Jonas Kaufmann, Katarina Dalayman, René Pape, Rúni Brattaberg, Maria Zifchak.
When was Parsifal released and how long is it?
Parsifal was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 4h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Parsifal?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Parsifal was composed by Richard Wagner.