Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II
“The Concert”
Synopsis
At the beginning of 1964, the music world experiences something completely unexpected. Maria Callas returns to the opera stage as the prima donna. Her “Tosca” at the Royal Opera House becomes a sensation. Maria Callas wants to show everyone once again that she deserves the title of “prima donna assoluta.” On the condition that star director Franco Zeffirelli take over the direction, the exceptional singer agrees to sing the role of Tosca. The BBC recorded the 2nd act of the opera for television. It is one of the most dramatic acts in opera history: in order to free the painter Cavaradossi from the hands of torturers, Tosca ends up murdering the police chief Scarpia. The film footage is one of the rare opportunities to see Maria Callas in an opera performance and to experience her highly emotional performance art and vocal abilities...
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Franco Zeffirelli
- Screenplay & Story
- Luigi Illica, Giuseppe Giacosa, Victorien Sardou
- Original Score
- Giacomo Puccini
- Original Title
- Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- ZDF, BBC, Royal Opera House, ROH Covent Garden, ARTE, C Major Entertainment, Sounding Images
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Franco Zeffirelli
Luigi Illica, Giuseppe Giacosa, Victorien Sardou
Giacomo Puccini
Department Leadership Roster
Marcel Escoffier
Costume Design
Luigi Illica
Writer
Giuseppe Giacosa
Writer
Victorien Sardou
Writer
Franco Zeffirelli
Director
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What is Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II about?
At the beginning of 1964, the music world experiences something completely unexpected. Maria Callas returns to the opera stage as the prima donna. Her “Tosca” at the Royal Opera House becomes a sensation. Maria Callas wants to show everyone once again that she deserves the title of “prima donna assoluta.” On the condition that star director Franco Zeffirelli take over the direction, the exceptional singer agrees to sing the role of Tosca. The BBC recorded the 2nd act of the opera for television. It is one of the most dramatic acts in opera history: in order to free the painter Cavaradossi from the hands of torturers, Tosca ends up murdering the police chief Scarpia. The film footage is one of the rare opportunities to see Maria Callas in an opera performance and to experience her highly emotional performance art and vocal abilities...
Who directed Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II?
Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II was directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
Who stars in Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II?
The principal cast of Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II includes Maria Callas, Tito Gobbi, Renato Cioni, Dennis Wicks, Robert Bowman.
When was Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II released and how long is it?
Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Maria Callas Sings Tosca, Act II was composed by Giacomo Puccini.