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David McVicar’s inventive hit production of Handel’s most popular opera sets the story of Caesar’s conquest of Egypt—and of its queen, Cleopatra—in the era of British 19th-century imperialism while also including elements of Baroque theater and Bollywood movies. David Daniels in the title role and Natalie Dessay as Cleopatra lead the cast. Christophe Dumaux is Ptolemy, Cleopatra’s brother, and Alice Coote and Patricia Bardon star as Sesto and Cornelia, son and widow of Caesar’s opponent Pompey. Early music specialist Harry Bicket conducts and plays harpsichord continuo.
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The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare
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Questions about The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare
How long is The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare?
The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare has a runtime of 4h 5m (4 hours and 5 minutes).
Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare?
The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare was directed by Gary Halvorson and released in 2013.
What genre is The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare?
The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare is a Music film (2013).
Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare?
The cast of The Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare includes David Daniels, Alice Coote, Natalie Dessay, Christophe Dumaux, Patricia Bardon.
