Beethoven Fidelio
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Synopsis
This production is a gala affair; the sets are traditional (evocative of 18th-19th century Spain); the lighting is bright, so colors are good and one can see all of the action. Singers are generally well chosen and perform admirably. However, at this point, slight reservations creep in; although Janowitz (Fidelio/Leonore) and Kollo (Florestan) look "good" and act well, the singing parts tax them a bit when pushed to the limit. Most of the time that doesn't matter, and an argument can be made that a little vocal strain is in character with their dire plight. Ideally, for me, Vickers as Florestan would have added extra vocal heft and more sensitive acting than Kollo.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Otto Schenk
- Original Title
- Beethoven Fidelio
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 2h 27m
- Production Studios
- Deutsche Grammophon
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Otto Schenk
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Otto Schenk
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What is Beethoven Fidelio about?
This production is a gala affair; the sets are traditional (evocative of 18th-19th century Spain); the lighting is bright, so colors are good and one can see all of the action. Singers are generally well chosen and perform admirably. However, at this point, slight reservations creep in; although Janowitz (Fidelio/Leonore) and Kollo (Florestan) look "good" and act well, the singing parts tax them a bit when pushed to the limit. Most of the time that doesn't matter, and an argument can be made that a little vocal strain is in character with their dire plight. Ideally, for me, Vickers as Florestan would have added extra vocal heft and more sensitive acting than Kollo.
Who directed Beethoven Fidelio?
Beethoven Fidelio was directed by Otto Schenk.
Who stars in Beethoven Fidelio?
The principal cast of Beethoven Fidelio includes Gundula Janowitz, René Kollo, Manfred Jungwirth, Hans Sotin, Lucia Popp.
When was Beethoven Fidelio released and how long is it?
Beethoven Fidelio was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 2h 27m.