Strauss II: Die Fledermaus
Synopsis
Glyndebourne's pulsating new production of the Waltz King's much-loved comic operetta. Its story centers on a magnificent masked ball, given by a Russian prince, that brings together all the main characters in various disguises. The three-act journey from boudoir to ballroom to jail provides ample opportunities for farce and humor, but also for genuine human emotion and a surprisingly realistic view of urban life.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Lawless, Francesca Kemp
- Original Score
- Johann Strauss II
- Original Title
- Strauss II: Die Fledermaus
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 3h 16m
- Production Studios
- Glyndebourne Festival Opera, Opus Arte, BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Lawless, Francesca Kemp
Johann Strauss II
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Lawless
Director
Ingeborg Bernerth
Costume Design
Francesca Kemp
Director
Johann Strauss II
Original Music Composer
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What is Strauss II: Die Fledermaus about?
Glyndebourne's pulsating new production of the Waltz King's much-loved comic operetta. Its story centers on a magnificent masked ball, given by a Russian prince, that brings together all the main characters in various disguises. The three-act journey from boudoir to ballroom to jail provides ample opportunities for farce and humor, but also for genuine human emotion and a surprisingly realistic view of urban life.
Who directed Strauss II: Die Fledermaus?
Strauss II: Die Fledermaus was directed by Stephen Lawless, Francesca Kemp.
Who stars in Strauss II: Die Fledermaus?
The principal cast of Strauss II: Die Fledermaus includes Pär Lindskog, Lyubov Petrova, Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung.
When was Strauss II: Die Fledermaus released and how long is it?
Strauss II: Die Fledermaus was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 3h 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Strauss II: Die Fledermaus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Strauss II: Die Fledermaus was composed by Johann Strauss II.