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Rigoletto [Blu-ray] [DE-Version, Regio 2/ B]
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Details / Tracklist: 01. (keine Angaben) "Vorspann"
Rigoletto (Oper in 3 Akten) (Gesamtaufnahme)
02. Wundsam, Katrin "Pr?ludium"
03. Wundsam, Katrin "Della mia bella incognita borghese"
04. Wundsam, Katrin "Questa o quella"
05. Wundsam, Katrin "Gran nuova!"
06. Wundsam, Katrin "Ch'io gli parli"
07. Wundsam, Katrin "Quel vecchio maledivami!"
08. Wundsam, Katrin "Pari siamo!... Io la lingua"
09. Wundsam, Katrin "Figlia! - Mio padre!... Deh, non parlare al misero"
10. Wundsam, Katrin "Ah! Veglia, o donna"
11. Wundsam, Katrin "Giovanna, ho dei rimorsi"
12. Wundsam, Katrin "E il sol dell'anima"
13. Wundsam, Katrin "Che m'ami, deh, ripetimi... Addio... speranza ed anima"
14. Wundsam, Katrin "Gualtier Mald?... Caro nome che il mio cor"
15. Wundsam, Katrin "Riedo! Perch??"
16. Wundsam, Katrin "Zitti, zitti, moviamo a vendetta"
17. Wundsam, Katrin "Ella mi fu rapita! (2. Akt)"
18. Wundsam, Katrin "Parmi veder le lagrime"
19. Wundsam, Katrin "Duca! - Ebben?"
20. Wundsam, Katrin "Possente amor mi chiama"
21. Wundsam, Katrin "Povero Rigoletto!"
22. Wundsam, Katrin "Cortigiani, vil razza dannata"
23. Wundsam, Katrin "Mio padre! - Dio! Mia Gilda!"
24. Wundsam, Katrin "Tutte le feste al tempio"
25. Wundsam, Katrin "Compiuto pur quanto... S?, vendetta"
26. Wundsam, Katrin "E l?mi? - Sempre (3. Akt)"
27. Wundsam, Katrin "La donna ? mobile"
28. Wundsam, Katrin "Un d?, se ben rammentomi... Bella figlia dell'amore"
29. Wundsam, Katrin "M'odi, ritorna a casa"
30. Wundsam, Katrin "E amabile invero cotal giovinotto"
31. Wundsam, Katrin "Della vendetta alfin giunge l'istante!"
32. Wundsam, Katrin "Chi ? mai, chi ? qui in sua vece?"
33. Wundsam, Katrin "V'ho ingannato"
34. (keine Angaben) "Applaus - Abspann"
35. (keine Angaben) "Making of: Rigoletto"
Language Italian
Subtitle: Greek, English, French, Italian, Korean, Japanese (GR, EN, FR, IT, KO, JP)
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A/1 - United States and their dependencies, East Asia, and Southeast Asia; excludes instances that fall under Region C.
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C/3 - Central Asia, mainland China, Mongolia, South Asia, Belarus, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Moldova, and the aforementioned regions' dependencies.
Sound format: PCM Stereo, DTS 5.1
Picture format: NTSC, 16:9
Description:Giuseppe Verdi's masterpiece Rigoletto - compelling, blood-curdling and beautiful - is being performed for the first time on the Bregenz lake stage. The stage director and designer Philipp Stölzl, known for his successful productions at Salzburg Festival as well as music videos for the German band Rammstein, highlights the striking contrasts between spectacle and intimate chamber drama in his production of Verdi's opera. "Breathtaking, tight and thrilling arrangement, extremely beautiful. Philipp Stölzl delivers a superlative Rigoletto to Bregenz lake stage." (Frankfurter Rundschau Online) "The performance of the three main characters has been outstanding." (Der Standard Online) "Rigoletto becomes a Hollywood spectacle on Lake Constance." (Handelsblatt) "Nothing but a sensation." (SWR 2)
Giuseppe Verdi's "Rigoletto" in this Blu-ray edition from C Major presents one of the cornerstones of the Italian opera repertoire in a visually and acoustically refined production for the home cinema. The tragic story of the court jester Rigoletto, his innocent daughter Gilda and the unscrupulous Duke of Mantua unfolds in a powerful staging that highlights the opera's central themes: abuse of power, corruption, love, betrayal and revenge. Thanks to the Blu-ray format, the contrasts of Verdi's score - from intimate lyrical moments to explosive ensembles - are captured with high-resolution image quality and detailed surround sound, bringing the drama of the stage directly into the living room.

This edition focuses on musical and dramatic authenticity: the richly nuanced orchestra, a carefully rehearsed chorus and a cast of vocally and theatrically compelling soloists make Verdi's melodic richness and psychological depth tangible. "La donna è mobile", the Duke's famous aria, is presented with the necessary brilliance and lightness, while Rigoletto's great monologues and Gilda's lyrical outpourings are shaped with emotional intensity and vocal refinement. Camera direction and cutting are designed so that viewers can follow the interactions of the characters on stage and the fine acting details up close, without losing the sense of the overall stage picture.

C Major is an established label specializing in high-quality classical music and opera productions on Blu-ray and DVD. The company is known for its collaborations with renowned opera houses, festivals and broadcasters, as well as for technically sophisticated recordings that meet the expectations of demanding classical audiences. C Major's releases typically emphasize a balanced mix of artistic integrity, modern recording technology and attractive presentation, making the label a reliable choice for opera lovers who want to build or expand their video collection.

The cast of this "Rigoletto" brings together experienced opera performers and rising talents, especially in the demanding title roles. The baritone in the role of Rigoletto stands out with a powerful yet flexible voice and strong stage presence, giving the torn jester both bitter sarcasm and deep humanity. The soprano singing Gilda impresses with secure top notes, fine legato and a sensitive interpretation of a young woman whose naivety gradually gives way to painful insight. The tenor as the Duke of Mantua shapes his part with dazzling brilliance and elegant phrasing, capturing both the character's seductive charm and his cynicism.

The stage director crafts the drama with a clear focus on character development and the oppressive social structures that drive the characters to their fates. His or her work is characterized by a precise reading of the score and libretto, a strong sense of rhythm in the narrative and images that always remain close to the emotional core of the story. The conductor leads the orchestra with stylistic confidence and energetic momentum, placing Verdi's dramatic accents precisely while allowing space for cantabile lines and chamber-musical transparency in the quieter passages. Under this musical direction, the rich orchestration is finely balanced; the different sections - from the dark brass to the lyrical strings and incisive woodwinds - combine to form a coherent, theatrical sound image.

Among the notable artistic contributors are the chorus and the orchestra of the producing institution, which together form the backbone of the performance. The chorus master shapes the crowd scenes, court festivities and tense conspiratorial ensembles with clarity and dramatic tension, while the orchestra musicians provide a colorful and flexible foundation for the singers. The design team - from sets and costumes to lighting - underscores the contrast between the glittering yet decadent world of the Duke's court and the intimate, vulnerable atmosphere of Rigoletto's home. This Blu-ray thus offers an intense and artistically serious interpretation of Verdi's masterpiece and is aimed at both connoisseurs of the work and newcomers discovering "Rigoletto" for the first time.
Actors: Stephen Costello,Vladimir Stoyanov,M?lissa Petit,Mikl?s Sebesty?n,Katrin Wundsam
Age rating: Suitable for 6 years and over
Playtime: 149
Manufacturer No.: 751704
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