Manon Lescaut
Manon Lescaut - Royal Opera House
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Synopsis
Perfomance 24.06.2014 in ROH. In June 2014, London’s Royal Opera House presented Jonathan Kent’s new production of Manon Lescaut. With a stellar cast, including Kristīne Opolais and Jonas Kaufmann in the roles of the young lovers Manon Lescaut and Chevalier des Grieux, Jonathan Kent brings this 19th century classic to a 2014 setting, both non-naturalistic and theatrical. Supporting the action on stage is the Orchestra and Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, with their venerable Music Director Antonio Pappano.
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Manon Lescaut (Recorded 2014) Royal Opera House 2020 Cinema Season
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-10-01
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 8, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonathan Kent
- Screenplay & Story
- Abbé Prévost, Ruggero Leoncavallo, Luigi Illica, Giuseppe Giacosa, Marco Praga, Giacomo Puccini, Domenico Oliva, Giulio Ricordi
- Original Score
- Giacomo Puccini
- Original Title
- Manon Lescaut - Royal Opera House
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Production Studios
- Sony Pictures, Royal Opera House
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Kent
Abbé Prévost, Ruggero Leoncavallo, Luigi Illica, Giuseppe Giacosa, Marco Praga, Giacomo Puccini, Domenico Oliva, Giulio Ricordi
Giacomo Puccini
Department Leadership Roster
Jonathan Kent
Director
Ruggero Leoncavallo
Writer
Giacomo Puccini
Original Music Composer
Luigi Illica
Writer
Giuseppe Giacosa
Writer
Marco Praga
Writer
Giacomo Puccini
Writer
Domenico Oliva
Writer
Giulio Ricordi
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is Manon Lescaut about?
Perfomance 24.06.2014 in ROH. In June 2014, London’s Royal Opera House presented Jonathan Kent’s new production of Manon Lescaut. With a stellar cast, including Kristīne Opolais and Jonas Kaufmann in the roles of the young lovers Manon Lescaut and Chevalier des Grieux, Jonathan Kent brings this 19th century classic to a 2014 setting, both non-naturalistic and theatrical. Supporting the action on stage is the Orchestra and Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, with their venerable Music Director Antonio Pappano.
Who directed Manon Lescaut?
Manon Lescaut was directed by Jonathan Kent.
Who stars in Manon Lescaut?
The principal cast of Manon Lescaut includes Kristine Opolais, Jonas Kaufmann, Christopher Maltman, Maurizio Muraro, Benjamin Hulett.
When was Manon Lescaut released and how long is it?
Manon Lescaut was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 2h 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Manon Lescaut?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Manon Lescaut was composed by Giacomo Puccini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Manon Lescaut?
Manon Lescaut holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).