War Requiem
Synopsis
First transmitted in 1964, Benjamin Britten's War Requiem is performed at the Royal Albert Hall. The Melos Ensemble is conducted by Benjamin Britten, and the performers include Heather Harper (soprano), Peter Pears (tenor), Thomas Hemsley (baritone) and Simon Preston (organ and chamber organ). Also featured are the BBC Chorus and Choral Society, Boys from Emanuel School, London Philharmonic Choir, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.
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Benjamin Britten conducts War Requiem - Live Television Broadcast
Type: Clip • Published 2016-08-16
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- Director
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- Screenplay & Story
- Wilfred Owen
- Original Score
- Benjamin Britten
- Original Title
- War Requiem
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wilfred Owen
Benjamin Britten
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Wilfred Owen
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Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is War Requiem about?
First transmitted in 1964, Benjamin Britten's War Requiem is performed at the Royal Albert Hall. The Melos Ensemble is conducted by Benjamin Britten, and the performers include Heather Harper (soprano), Peter Pears (tenor), Thomas Hemsley (baritone) and Simon Preston (organ and chamber organ). Also featured are the BBC Chorus and Choral Society, Boys from Emanuel School, London Philharmonic Choir, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.
Who directed War Requiem?
War Requiem was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in War Requiem?
The principal cast of War Requiem includes Benjamin Britten, Peter Pears, Heather Harper, Thomas Hemsley, Meredith Davies.
When was War Requiem released and how long is it?
War Requiem was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for War Requiem?
The original motion picture soundtrack for War Requiem was composed by Benjamin Britten.
What is the age rating and content advisory for War Requiem?
War Requiem holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).