The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine
“Absolutely Delightful Performance”
Synopsis
This elegant romance is the least-known work of the mature Giacomo Puccini . The story concerns a kept woman who defies convention to chase a dream of romantic love with an earnest, if naïve, young man. This Met Opera production features the dynamic soprano Angela Gheorghiu and Frenchborn tenor Roberto Alagna performing the roles of Magda and Ruggero, it blooms into its rightful place in the glorious Puccini canon. La Rondine (The Swallow) was commissioned by Vienna s Carltheater in 1913. Due to the impending outbreak of World War I, premiered in 1917, at the Opéra de Monte-Carlo with Gilda Dalla Rizza and Tito Schipa. Set in a Parisian salon, it is the story of Magda, the glamorous mistress of wealthy banker Rambaldo. Her yearning for romantic love compels her into the arms of the ardent and adoring young Ruggero.
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Angela Gheorghiu
Magda
Roberto Alagna
Ruggero
Samuel Ramey
Rambaldo
Lisette Oropesa
Lisette
Marius Brenciu
Prunier
Monica Yunus
Yvette
Marco Armiliato
Self - Conductor
Alyson Cambridge
Bianca
Marty Singleton
Adolf
Anne Nonnemacher
Georgette
Belinda Oswald
Gabriele
Mary Hughes
Lolette
Jason Hendrix
Rabonnier
Elizabeth DeShong
Suzy
Tony Stevenson
Gobin
Ashley Emerson
A singer
Roger Andrews
A butler
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 10, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Large
- Screenplay & Story
- Giuseppe Adami
- Original Score
- Giacomo Puccini
- Original Title
- The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- EMI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Large
Giuseppe Adami
Giacomo Puccini
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Large
Director
Giuseppe Adami
Writer
Giacomo Puccini
Original Music Composer
Nicholas Joël
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine about?
This elegant romance is the least-known work of the mature Giacomo Puccini . The story concerns a kept woman who defies convention to chase a dream of romantic love with an earnest, if naïve, young man. This Met Opera production features the dynamic soprano Angela Gheorghiu and Frenchborn tenor Roberto Alagna performing the roles of Magda and Ruggero, it blooms into its rightful place in the glorious Puccini canon. La Rondine (The Swallow) was commissioned by Vienna s Carltheater in 1913. Due to the impending outbreak of World War I, premiered in 1917, at the Opéra de Monte-Carlo with Gilda Dalla Rizza and Tito Schipa. Set in a Parisian salon, it is the story of Magda, the glamorous mistress of wealthy banker Rambaldo. Her yearning for romantic love compels her into the arms of the ardent and adoring young Ruggero.
Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine was directed by Brian Large.
Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
The principal cast of The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine includes Angela Gheorghiu, Roberto Alagna, Samuel Ramey, Lisette Oropesa, Marius Brenciu.
When was The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine released and how long is it?
The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.
Who composed the musical score for The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine was composed by Giacomo Puccini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).