Arabella
Synopsis
Arabella, Op. 79, is a lyric comedy or opera in three acts by Richard Strauss to a German libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal, their sixth and last operatic collaboration. Arabella is determined to marry for love, not wealth - against the wishes of her impoverished aristocratic parents. When she gives her heart to the mysterious Mandryka, a series of misunderstandings puts their love to the test.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 21, 2008
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Felix Breisach
- Original Score
- Richard Strauss
- Original Title
- Arabella
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 2h 27m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Felix Breisach
Richard Strauss
Department Leadership Roster
Felix Breisach
Director
Isabel Ines Glathar
Costume Design
Richard Strauss
Original Music Composer
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Arabella.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Arabella
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Arabella about?
Arabella, Op. 79, is a lyric comedy or opera in three acts by Richard Strauss to a German libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal, their sixth and last operatic collaboration. Arabella is determined to marry for love, not wealth - against the wishes of her impoverished aristocratic parents. When she gives her heart to the mysterious Mandryka, a series of misunderstandings puts their love to the test.
Who directed Arabella?
Arabella was directed by Felix Breisach.
Who stars in Arabella?
The principal cast of Arabella includes Renée Fleming, Julia Kleiter, Morten Frank Larsen, Johan Weigel.
When was Arabella released and how long is it?
Arabella was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 2h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Arabella?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Arabella was composed by Richard Strauss.