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Jessye Norman is a regal Ariadne, the mythological Greek heroine in this opera-within-an-opera, opposite the passionate Bacchus of the great James King. Kathleen Battle delivers the coloratura fireworks of Zerbinetta, the leader of a commedia dell’arte troupe that finds itself stranded on Ariadne’s island. Tatiana Troyanos and Franz Ferdinand Nentwig star as the young Composer and the Music Master in the opera’s prologue. James Levine brings out all the color and charm of Strauss’s brilliant chamber-sized score with its equal amounts of pathos and humor. Bodo Igesz’s production features sets by esteemed designer Oliver Messel.
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opera live performance
the metropolitan opera
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How long is Ariadne auf Naxos?
Ariadne auf Naxos has a runtime of 2h 11m (2 hours and 11 minutes).
Who directed Ariadne auf Naxos?
Ariadne auf Naxos was directed by Brian Large and released in 1988.
What genre is Ariadne auf Naxos?
Ariadne auf Naxos is a Music film (1988).
Who stars in Ariadne auf Naxos?
The cast of Ariadne auf Naxos includes Jessye Norman, Kathleen Battle, Tatiana Troyanos, James King, Franz Ferdinand Nentwig.
What is the TMDB rating for Ariadne auf Naxos?
Ariadne auf Naxos has a TMDB rating of 9.0/10 based on 1 votes.
