Manon Lescaut – The Met
Synopsis
One of today’s most compelling singing actresses, Karita Mattila takes on the irresistible role of Manon Lescaut, the headstrong young woman torn between a life of luxury and the call of her true love: the Chevalier des Grieux, played by Marcello Giordani. The young Puccini lavished some of his most sensual music on this early hit, conducted here by James Levine.
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Karita Mattila
Manon Lescaut
Marcello Giordani
Des Grieux
Dwayne Croft
Lescaut
Sean Panikkar
Edmondo
Dale Travis
Geronte
Renée Fleming
Self - Host
Paul Plishka
An innkeeper
James Courtney
A sergeant
Tony Stevenson
A lamplighter
Tamara Mumford
A musician
Richard Bernstein
A sea captain
Lisette Oropesa
Madrigal singer
Jennifer Black
Madrigal singer
Sasha Cooke
Madrigal singer
Ellen Rabiner
Madrigal singer
Bernard Fitch
Dancing Master
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 16, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Large
- Screenplay & Story
- Luigi Illica, Marco Praga, Domenico Oliva
- Original Score
- Giacomo Puccini
- Original Title
- Manon Lescaut – The Met
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Large
Luigi Illica, Marco Praga, Domenico Oliva
Giacomo Puccini
Peter Gelb, Louisa Briccetti, Victoria Warivonchik
Department Leadership Roster
Giacomo Puccini
Original Music Composer
Brian Large
Director
Louisa Briccetti
Producer
Victoria Warivonchik
Producer
Luigi Illica
Writer
Marco Praga
Writer
Domenico Oliva
Writer
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What is Manon Lescaut – The Met about?
One of today’s most compelling singing actresses, Karita Mattila takes on the irresistible role of Manon Lescaut, the headstrong young woman torn between a life of luxury and the call of her true love: the Chevalier des Grieux, played by Marcello Giordani. The young Puccini lavished some of his most sensual music on this early hit, conducted here by James Levine.
Who directed Manon Lescaut – The Met?
Manon Lescaut – The Met was directed by Brian Large.
Who stars in Manon Lescaut – The Met?
The principal cast of Manon Lescaut – The Met includes Karita Mattila, Marcello Giordani, Dwayne Croft, Sean Panikkar, Dale Travis.
When was Manon Lescaut – The Met released and how long is it?
Manon Lescaut – The Met was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 2h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Manon Lescaut – The Met?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Manon Lescaut – The Met was composed by Giacomo Puccini.