Verdi: Macbeth
Verdi Macbeth
Synopsis
Macbeth" was Giuseppe Verdi's first attempt at music drama and also the first manifestation of his profound love for Shakespeare's work. Verdi took great pains with this opera, displaying special enthusiasm for it as he concentrated on the main characters of Lady Macbeth, Macbeth and the witches. This recording of Luca Ronconi's production is conducted by Giuseppe Sinopoli, who brings fresh color to Verdi's score. The cast, headed by Renato Bruson and Mara Zampieri, are strongly supported by a fine-toned and adaptable chorus who ably meet the demands of Verdi's great "chorus opera.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luca Ronconi, Brian Large
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare, Francesco Maria Piave
- Original Score
- Giuseppe Verdi
- Original Title
- Verdi Macbeth
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 29m
- Production Studios
- ArtHaus, Arthaus Musik
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luca Ronconi, Brian Large
William Shakespeare, Francesco Maria Piave
Giuseppe Verdi
Department Leadership Roster
Luca Ronconi
Director
Brian Large
Director
Francesco Maria Piave
Writer
Giuseppe Verdi
Original Music Composer
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What is Verdi: Macbeth about?
Macbeth" was Giuseppe Verdi's first attempt at music drama and also the first manifestation of his profound love for Shakespeare's work. Verdi took great pains with this opera, displaying special enthusiasm for it as he concentrated on the main characters of Lady Macbeth, Macbeth and the witches. This recording of Luca Ronconi's production is conducted by Giuseppe Sinopoli, who brings fresh color to Verdi's score. The cast, headed by Renato Bruson and Mara Zampieri, are strongly supported by a fine-toned and adaptable chorus who ably meet the demands of Verdi's great "chorus opera.
Who directed Verdi: Macbeth?
Verdi: Macbeth was directed by Luca Ronconi, Brian Large.
Who stars in Verdi: Macbeth?
The principal cast of Verdi: Macbeth includes Renato Bruson, Mara Zampieri, James Morris, Dennis O'Neill, Sharon Sweet.
When was Verdi: Macbeth released and how long is it?
Verdi: Macbeth was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 2h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Verdi: Macbeth?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Verdi: Macbeth was composed by Giuseppe Verdi.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Verdi: Macbeth?
Verdi: Macbeth holds official age classifications: DE: PG.