Lulu
Synopsis
Alban Berg's black, satirical opera is one of the masterpieces of the 20th Century. It charts the rise and fall of a femme fatale "created to make trouble", from life as a society hostess to prostitution and eventual bloody death at the hands of Jack the Ripper. Berg's score is intensely beautiful, and the rich characterisation brilliantly executed.
Top Cast
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Christine Schäfer
Lulu
Kathryn Harries
Gräfin Geschwitz
Norman Bailey
Schigolch
Patricia Bardon
Wardrobe Mistress, Groom, Schoolboy
Stephan Drakulich
Painter, Negro
Neil Jenkins
Prince, Manservant, Marquis
David Kuebler
Alwa
Donald Maxwell
Animal Trainer, Athlete
Wolfgang Schöne
Dr. Schön, Jack the Ripper
Jonathan Veira
Stage Manager, Banker, Medical Specialist, Professor
Colette Delahunt
15-Year-Old Girl
Christine Rice
Her Mother
Carole Wilson
Designer
Darrell Babidge
Journalist
Richard Mosley-Evans
Servant
Michael Kennerley
Police Commissioner, Clown
Release History & Theatrical Window
Live performance
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Humphrey Burton, Graham Vick
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Wedekind, Alban Berg
- Original Score
- Alban Berg
- Original Title
- Lulu
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 3h 1m
- Production Studios
- NVC Arts, Glyndebourne Festival Opera
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Humphrey Burton, Graham Vick
Frank Wedekind, Alban Berg
Alban Berg
Department Leadership Roster
Humphrey Burton
Director
Alban Berg
Original Music Composer
Alban Berg
Writer
Graham Vick
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lulu
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Lulu about?
Alban Berg's black, satirical opera is one of the masterpieces of the 20th Century. It charts the rise and fall of a femme fatale "created to make trouble", from life as a society hostess to prostitution and eventual bloody death at the hands of Jack the Ripper. Berg's score is intensely beautiful, and the rich characterisation brilliantly executed.
Who directed Lulu?
Lulu was directed by Humphrey Burton, Graham Vick.
Who stars in Lulu?
The principal cast of Lulu includes Christine Schäfer, Kathryn Harries, Norman Bailey, Patricia Bardon, Stephan Drakulich.
When was Lulu released and how long is it?
Lulu was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 3h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for Lulu?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lulu was composed by Alban Berg.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Lulu?
Lulu holds official age classifications: GB: NR.