Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera
Synopsis
Jessye Norman is a regal Ariadne, the mythological Greek heroine in this opera-within-an-opera, opposite the passionate Bacchus of the great James King. Kathleen Battle delivers the coloratura fireworks of Zerbinetta, the leader of a commedia dell’arte troupe that finds itself stranded on Ariadne’s island. Tatiana Troyanos and Franz Ferdinand Nentwig star as the young Composer and the Music Master in the opera’s prologue. James Levine brings out all the color and charm of Strauss’s brilliant chamber-sized score with its equal amounts of pathos and humor. Bodo Igesz’s production features sets by esteemed designer Oliver Messel.
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Jessye Norman
Ariadne / Primadonna
James King
Bacchus / Tenor
Kathleen Battle
Zerbinetta
Tatiana Troyanos
Composer
Franz Ferdinand Nentwig
Music Master
Stephen Dickson
Harlekin
Allan Glassman
Scaramuccio
Artur Korn
Truffaldin
Anthony Laciura
Brighella
Barbara Bonney
Najade
Gweneth Bean
Dryade
Dawn Upshaw
Echo
Nico Castel
Major-Domo
Charles Anthony
Officer
Joseph Frank
Dancing Master
Russell Christopher
Wigmaker
James Courtney
Lackey
James Levine
Self - Conductor
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 12, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Large, Bodo Igesz
- Screenplay & Story
- Hugo von Hofmannsthal
- Original Score
- Richard Strauss
- Original Title
- Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 2h 11m
- Production Studios
- The Metropolitan Opera
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Large, Bodo Igesz
Hugo von Hofmannsthal
Richard Strauss
Samuel Paul, Peter Gelb
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Large
Director
Hugo von Hofmannsthal
Writer
Samuel Paul
Producer
Jane Greenwood
Costume Design
Richard Strauss
Original Music Composer
Bodo Igesz
Director
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What is Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera about?
Jessye Norman is a regal Ariadne, the mythological Greek heroine in this opera-within-an-opera, opposite the passionate Bacchus of the great James King. Kathleen Battle delivers the coloratura fireworks of Zerbinetta, the leader of a commedia dell’arte troupe that finds itself stranded on Ariadne’s island. Tatiana Troyanos and Franz Ferdinand Nentwig star as the young Composer and the Music Master in the opera’s prologue. James Levine brings out all the color and charm of Strauss’s brilliant chamber-sized score with its equal amounts of pathos and humor. Bodo Igesz’s production features sets by esteemed designer Oliver Messel.
Who directed Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera?
Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera was directed by Brian Large, Bodo Igesz.
Who stars in Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera?
The principal cast of Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera includes Jessye Norman, James King, Kathleen Battle, Tatiana Troyanos, Franz Ferdinand Nentwig.
When was Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera released and how long is it?
Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 2h 11m.
Who composed the musical score for Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ariadne auf Naxos - Metropolitan Opera was composed by Richard Strauss.