Trouble in Tahiti
Synopsis
Leonard Bernstein's 1952 opera is a biting satire on the emptiness of materialist values and the false promise of suburban comforts. This production, conducted by the composer himself, presents a live-action cast performing on an animated set. Inspired by jazz and American musical comedy, the score is a path-breaking fusion of lyric art with popular entertainment.
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- Director
- Bill Hays
- Screenplay & Story
- Leonard Bernstein
- Original Title
- Trouble in Tahiti
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- Amberson Productions, LWT, Thirteen
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bill Hays
Leonard Bernstein
David Griffiths, Harry J. Kraut, Humphrey Burton
Department Leadership Roster
David Griffiths
Producer
Leonard Bernstein
Writer
Bill Hays
Director
Eileen Diss
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trouble in Tahiti
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What is Trouble in Tahiti about?
Leonard Bernstein's 1952 opera is a biting satire on the emptiness of materialist values and the false promise of suburban comforts. This production, conducted by the composer himself, presents a live-action cast performing on an animated set. Inspired by jazz and American musical comedy, the score is a path-breaking fusion of lyric art with popular entertainment.
Who directed Trouble in Tahiti?
Trouble in Tahiti was directed by Bill Hays.
Who stars in Trouble in Tahiti?
The principal cast of Trouble in Tahiti includes Nancy Williams, Julian Patrick, Antonia Butler, Michael Clarke, Mark Brown.
When was Trouble in Tahiti released and how long is it?
Trouble in Tahiti was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 45m.