Simon Boccanegra - Teatro La Scala Milano (2010)
Verdi's monumental opera brought to life at Milan's legendary Teatro alla Scala, with Plácido Domingo in the title role.
Simon Boccanegra - Teatro La Scala Milano - Movie Information
- Original Title: Simon Boccanegra
- Release Year: 2010
- Directed by: Federico Tiezzi
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Music
- Runtime: 2h 29m
- Original Language: Italian
- Spoken Languages: Italian
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 16, 2010 (United Kingdom), July 17, 2010 (Italy)
- Production Companies: Teatro alla Scala, ArtHaus
- Production Countries: Italy
Simon Boccanegra - Teatro La Scala Milano - Plot
Opera di Giuseppe Verdi a Milano.
Simon Boccanegra - Teatro La Scala Milano - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Federico Tiezzi
Main Cast
- Plácido Domingo
- Ferruccio Furlanetto
- Anja Harteros
- Massimo Cavalletti
- Fabio Sartori
- Ernesto Panariello
- Alisa Zinovjeva
- Antonello Ceron
- Bruno Casoni
Writers
- Arrigo Boito
- Francesco Maria Piave
Simon Boccanegra - Teatro La Scala Milano - FAQs
Who sings the title role in this production?
Plácido Domingo performs the title role of Simon Boccanegra in this Teatro alla Scala production. The legendary Spanish tenor, here singing a baritone role, is joined by Ferruccio Furlanetto as Jacopo Fiesco and Anja Harteros as Amelia, forming an exceptional cast for this Verdi opera.
Who composed the opera Simon Boccanegra?
Simon Boccanegra was composed by Giuseppe Verdi, with a libretto originally written by Francesco Maria Piave and later revised by Arrigo Boito. The opera premiered in 1857 and was substantially revised in 1881, with the revised version becoming the standard performed today.
Who directed this La Scala production of Simon Boccanegra?
This production was staged by Italian theatre director Federico Tiezzi. His approach has been described as a strong traditional production with some modern touches, blending classical operatic staging conventions with carefully considered contemporary elements to serve Verdi's dramatic vision.
What is Simon Boccanegra about?
Simon Boccanegra is a Verdi opera set in medieval Genoa, following the rise and tragic fall of a corsair-turned-Doge. The story weaves political intrigue, bitter family rivalries, and a father's desperate search for his long-lost daughter, culminating in betrayal, reconciliation, and death.
How long is this Simon Boccanegra recording?
This Teatro alla Scala recording of Simon Boccanegra runs approximately 2 hours and 29 minutes. The production was released in the United Kingdom on April 16, 2010, and in Italy on July 17, 2010, distributed by ArtHaus Musik.
What language is this opera performed in?
This production is performed entirely in Italian, as Verdi's original score requires. The libretto was written in Italian by Francesco Maria Piave and later revised by Arrigo Boito. This La Scala recording preserves the original Italian text throughout the performance.
What are similar operas or productions to watch?
Viewers who enjoy this production may also appreciate Don Carlo (1985), Wagner: Götterdämmerung (2014), Wagner: Siegfried (2014), Shostakovich: Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk (2009), Mussorgsky: Khovanshchina (2012), Beethoven: Fidelio (2014), Die Walküre (2008), and Mozart: Don Giovanni (2021).
Who wrote the libretto for Simon Boccanegra?
The libretto for Simon Boccanegra was originally written by Francesco Maria Piave for the 1857 premiere. The opera was then substantially revised in 1881, with Arrigo Boito — who also wrote the libretto for Verdi's Otello and Falstaff — reworking much of the text, particularly the celebrated Council Chamber scene.
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