
L'Elisir d'Amore
Synopsis
The Metropolitan Opera performance of L'Elisir d'Amore is conducted by Nicola Rescigno and features Luciano Pavarotti in the title role. Donizetti's graceful melodies have long endeared his L'Elisir d'Amore to operatic audiences and performers alike. Judith Blegen, Louise Wohlafka, Luciano Pavarotti, Nicola Rescigno, Sesto Bruscantini.
Top Cast
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- Director
- John Dexter, Kirk Browning
- Screenplay & Story
- Felice Romani, Eugène Scribe
- Original Score
- Gaetano Donizetti
- Original Title
- L'Elisir d'Amore
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Dexter, Kirk Browning
Felice Romani, Eugène Scribe
Gaetano Donizetti
Department Leadership Roster
Gaetano Donizetti
Original Music Composer
Felice Romani
Writer
John Dexter
Director
Kirk Browning
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About L'Elisir d'Amore
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is L'Elisir d'Amore about?
The Metropolitan Opera performance of L'Elisir d'Amore is conducted by Nicola Rescigno and features Luciano Pavarotti in the title role. Donizetti's graceful melodies have long endeared his L'Elisir d'Amore to operatic audiences and performers alike. Judith Blegen, Louise Wohlafka, Luciano Pavarotti, Nicola Rescigno, Sesto Bruscantini.
Who directed L'Elisir d'Amore?
L'Elisir d'Amore was directed by John Dexter, Kirk Browning.
Who stars in L'Elisir d'Amore?
The principal cast of L'Elisir d'Amore includes Judith Blegen, Luciano Pavarotti, Brent Ellis, Sesto Bruscantini, Louise Wohlafka.
When was L'Elisir d'Amore released and how long is it?
L'Elisir d'Amore was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 2h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for L'Elisir d'Amore?
The original motion picture soundtrack for L'Elisir d'Amore was composed by Gaetano Donizetti.



















