Dialogues of the Carmelites
Synopsis
Francis Poulenc's only full-length opera is firmly rooted in the post World War II era. Based on the historical events of the time of the French Revolution, this story of a community of Carmelite nuns who go to the guillotine rather than renounce their calling can be received in many ways. Poulenc's warmly melodic and lyrical score is wholly dramatic and gripping, and Dame Joan Sutherland, recreating the role she sang at the opera's British premiere in 1958, sings the second prioress with commanding moderation. This production serves the inspiration of Poulenc in every important particular of style, economy and theatrical force. Richard Bonynge conducts the Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra. Sung in English.
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- Director
- Richard Bonynge
- Original Title
- Dialogues of the Carmelites
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 39m
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What is Dialogues of the Carmelites about?
Francis Poulenc's only full-length opera is firmly rooted in the post World War II era. Based on the historical events of the time of the French Revolution, this story of a community of Carmelite nuns who go to the guillotine rather than renounce their calling can be received in many ways. Poulenc's warmly melodic and lyrical score is wholly dramatic and gripping, and Dame Joan Sutherland, recreating the role she sang at the opera's British premiere in 1958, sings the second prioress with commanding moderation. This production serves the inspiration of Poulenc in every important particular of style, economy and theatrical force. Richard Bonynge conducts the Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra. Sung in English.
Who directed Dialogues of the Carmelites?
Dialogues of the Carmelites was directed by Richard Bonynge.
Who stars in Dialogues of the Carmelites?
The principal cast of Dialogues of the Carmelites includes Geoffrey Chard, Isobel Buchanan, Paul Ferris, Lone Koppel, Joan Sutherland.
When was Dialogues of the Carmelites released and how long is it?
Dialogues of the Carmelites was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 2h 39m.