Sadko
Садко
Synopsis
Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's dazzling opera by-line in seven tableaux. The epic journey of Sadko a sea-faring minstrel from Novgorod, his wife Libava and their encounters with Volkhova, a sea Princess and the court of her parents the Tsar and Tsarina of the Sea. Sadko traveling on his ship "Falcon" also meets visiting foreign merchants from India (a Hindu), Scandinavia (a Varangian) and Italy (a Venetian) singing of the magic of their own lands to try and lure him. In the seventh tableaux Sadko is reunited with his wife, thinking his journey a dream, until he sees his fleet of ships coming up the newly created river Volkhova and realizes his sea Princess has transformed herself into the river in order to create the gateway to the ocean for Novgorod. In conclusion Sadko leads the hymn of praise and everyone rejoices their good fortune.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1994
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Large
- Screenplay & Story
- Vladimir I. Belesky
- Original Score
- Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
- Original Title
- Садко
- Country of Origin
- Russia
- Spoken Languages
- Russian
- Runtime
- 2h 55m
- Production Studios
- Philips
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Large
Vladimir I. Belesky
Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
Department Leadership Roster
Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
Original Music Composer
Brian Large
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sadko
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What is Sadko about?
Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's dazzling opera by-line in seven tableaux. The epic journey of Sadko a sea-faring minstrel from Novgorod, his wife Libava and their encounters with Volkhova, a sea Princess and the court of her parents the Tsar and Tsarina of the Sea. Sadko traveling on his ship "Falcon" also meets visiting foreign merchants from India (a Hindu), Scandinavia (a Varangian) and Italy (a Venetian) singing of the magic of their own lands to try and lure him. In the seventh tableaux Sadko is reunited with his wife, thinking his journey a dream, until he sees his fleet of ships coming up the newly created river Volkhova and realizes his sea Princess has transformed herself into the river in order to create the gateway to the ocean for Novgorod. In conclusion Sadko leads the hymn of praise and everyone rejoices their good fortune.
Who directed Sadko?
Sadko was directed by Brian Large.
Who stars in Sadko?
The principal cast of Sadko includes Vladimir Galouzine, Sergei Alexashkin, Larissa Diadkova, Alexander Gergalov, Gegam Grigorian.
When was Sadko released and how long is it?
Sadko was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 2h 55m.
Who composed the musical score for Sadko?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sadko was composed by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov.