Verdi La Traviata
"A Dramatically Effective 'Traviata'"
Originally released in 2005. Verdi La Traviata is a music film. directed by Felix Breisach. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Eva Mei, Piotr Beczała, and Thomas Hampson
Synopsis
This DVD of a live 2005 performance from the Zürich Opera under the musical direction of Franz Welser-Möst has many things to recommend it -- the young tenor Piotr Beczala as Alfredo, the marvelous Thomas Hampson as Giorgio Germont, the playing of the Zurich Opera orchestra, the simple but effective sets by by Erich Wonder, the uncluttered stage direction by Jürgen Flimm. It also has some flaws: strangely variable volume level of the recorded sound sometimes coming on so loud as to make one reach for the volume control, and the uneven performance of the Violetta, Eva Mei who, for all her merits, gives a dramatically effective performance marred by occasional difficulties with vocal production. Still, overall I felt this was a moving production, one that I would recommend, although perhaps not as an only DVD of one of Verdi's most popular operas.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 4, 2005
21 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- ArtHaus
- Opernhaus Zürich
- Felix Breisach Medienwerkstatt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verdi La Traviata about?
This DVD of a live 2005 performance from the Zürich Opera under the musical direction of Franz Welser-Möst has many things to recommend it -- the young tenor Piotr Beczala as Alfredo, the marvelo...
Who directed Verdi La Traviata?
Verdi La Traviata was directed by Felix Breisach.
How long is Verdi La Traviata?
Verdi La Traviata has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was Verdi La Traviata released?
Verdi La Traviata was released on February 4, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Verdi La Traviata?
The main cast of Verdi La Traviata includes Eva Mei, Piotr Beczała, Thomas Hampson, Katharina Peetz, Miroslav Christoff.