L'Italiana in Algeri
Synopsis
"This is Vienna State Opera live at home". April 2015. 'L'italiana in Algeri' (English: 'The Italian Girl in Algiers') is an operatic dramma giocoso in two acts by Gioachino Rossini to an Italian libretto by Angelo Anelli, based on his earlier text set by Luigi Mosca. It premiered at the Teatro San Benedetto in Venice on 22 May 1813. The music is characteristic of Rossini's style, remarkable for its fusion of sustained, manic energy with elegant, pristine melodies.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Pierre Ponnelle
- Screenplay & Story
- Angelo Anelli
- Original Score
- Gioachino Rossini
- Original Title
- L'Italiana in Algeri
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Pierre Ponnelle
Angelo Anelli
Gioachino Rossini
Department Leadership Roster
Angelo Anelli
Writer
Jean-Pierre Ponnelle
Director
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What is L'Italiana in Algeri about?
"This is Vienna State Opera live at home". April 2015. 'L'italiana in Algeri' (English: 'The Italian Girl in Algiers') is an operatic dramma giocoso in two acts by Gioachino Rossini to an Italian libretto by Angelo Anelli, based on his earlier text set by Luigi Mosca. It premiered at the Teatro San Benedetto in Venice on 22 May 1813. The music is characteristic of Rossini's style, remarkable for its fusion of sustained, manic energy with elegant, pristine melodies.
Who directed L'Italiana in Algeri?
L'Italiana in Algeri was directed by Jean-Pierre Ponnelle.
Who stars in L'Italiana in Algeri?
The principal cast of L'Italiana in Algeri includes Anna Bonitatibus, Edgardo Rocha, Paolo Rumetz, Ildar Abdrazakov, Aida Garifullina.
When was L'Italiana in Algeri released and how long is it?
L'Italiana in Algeri was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for L'Italiana in Algeri?
The original motion picture soundtrack for L'Italiana in Algeri was composed by Gioachino Rossini.