Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra
“The Met Offers a New 'Boccanegra'”
Synopsis
This evocative production by Giancarlo Del Monaco sumptuously captures the look and feel of 14th century Genoa and is a perfect compliment to Verdi’s setting of this story of searing conflict between public duty and private grief. Plácido Domingo is Gabriele Adorno, sworn enemy of the doge of Genoa, Simon Boccanegra (Vladimir Chernov). Gabriele is in love with the beautiful Amelia (Kiri Te Kanawa at her most affecting) who turns out to be none other than the long-lost daughter the doge. James Levine’s authoritative conducting of the Met orchestra and chorus reveals the dark power of Verdi’s score. Performed January 26th, 1995.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Giancarlo Del Monaco, Brian Large
- Screenplay & Story
- Arrigo Boito, Francesco Maria Piave
- Original Score
- Giuseppe Verdi
- Original Title
- Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Production Studios
- The Metropolitan Opera, Deutsche Grammophon
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Giancarlo Del Monaco, Brian Large
Arrigo Boito, Francesco Maria Piave
Giuseppe Verdi
Louisa Briccetti
Department Leadership Roster
Giancarlo Del Monaco
Director
Giuseppe Verdi
Original Music Composer
Arrigo Boito
Writer
Francesco Maria Piave
Writer
Brian Large
Director
Giancarlo Del Monaco
Production Design
Louisa Briccetti
Producer
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What is Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra about?
This evocative production by Giancarlo Del Monaco sumptuously captures the look and feel of 14th century Genoa and is a perfect compliment to Verdi’s setting of this story of searing conflict between public duty and private grief. Plácido Domingo is Gabriele Adorno, sworn enemy of the doge of Genoa, Simon Boccanegra (Vladimir Chernov). Gabriele is in love with the beautiful Amelia (Kiri Te Kanawa at her most affecting) who turns out to be none other than the long-lost daughter the doge. James Levine’s authoritative conducting of the Met orchestra and chorus reveals the dark power of Verdi’s score. Performed January 26th, 1995.
Who directed Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra?
Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra was directed by Giancarlo Del Monaco, Brian Large.
Who stars in Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra?
The principal cast of Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra includes Vladimir Chernov, Plácido Domingo, Kiri Te Kanawa, Robert Lloyd, Bruno Pola.
When was Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra released and how long is it?
Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 2h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra was composed by Giuseppe Verdi.