Opus Arte: The Essential Opera Collection – 10 Great Operas from the World's Leading Opera Houses - 10 DVD Box Set

Product Information

• Publisher: Opus Arte
• UPC: 809478060000
• Product Type: Opera DVD Box Set
• Format: NTSC DVD, 17 x DVD-9 double layer discs and 2 x DVD-5 single layer discs
• Region Code: All regions (Worldwide playback compatible)
• Audio Formats: Digital Surround Sound (Dolby Digital Stereo and Surround for most titles)
• Subtitles: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Catalan, Japanese (varies by opera)
• Running Time: Approximate total duration over multiple discs (varies per opera; e.g., Carmen 169 mins, Tosca 154 mins, Don Giovanni 208 mins, etc.)
• Production Years: Various (1997-2013)

Overview

The Essential Opera Collection by Opus Arte is a definitive anthology of ten timeless operatic masterpieces performed at the world’s most prestigious opera houses. This extensive DVD box set offers a stunning panorama of operatic brilliance, featuring celebrated productions of works by composers such as Verdi, Mozart, Puccini, Wagner, Offenbach, and Monteverdi.

This collection includes landmark performances of Carmen, Il Trovatore, Aida, Die Walküre, L’Orfeo, Les Contes d’Hoffmann, Rigoletto, Le Nozze di Figaro, Don Giovanni, and Tosca. Each production is presented with pristine digital surround sound and rich subtitle options, making it accessible to opera lovers worldwide.

Perfect for seasoned opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike, this set showcases unforgettable singing, masterful conducting, and captivating stage direction, preserving the magic of live opera for home viewing.

Product Features

• Comprehensive box set of 10 operas from leading opera houses, including Teatro Real Madrid, Royal Opera House, Opéra National de Paris, Glyndebourne, De Nederlandse Opera, and more
• Masterful performances featuring internationally acclaimed casts and conductors
• Multi-language subtitles for accessibility, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Catalan, and Japanese
• High-quality audio and video: Digital surround sound and NTSC video format compatible worldwide
• Rich visual and artistic direction: Each opera reflects the unique style and heritage of its producing company
• Double-layer discs ensure maximum video and audio fidelity, with brief pauses at layer changes

Operas Included and Approximate Running Times

• Carmen (Bizet) – 169 mins
• Il Trovatore (Verdi) – 172 mins
• Aida (Verdi) – 186 mins
• Die Walküre (Wagner) – 280 mins
• L’Orfeo (Monteverdi) – 142 mins
• Les Contes d’Hoffmann (Offenbach) – 185 mins
• Rigoletto (Verdi) – 169 mins
• Le Nozze di Figaro (Mozart) – 262 mins
• Don Giovanni (Mozart) – 208 mins
• Tosca (Puccini) – 154 mins

Important Notes

• This DVD set is NTSC format; users in PAL regions should ensure their devices support NTSC playback.
• Strictly licensed for private use; unauthorized copying or public performance is prohibited.
• Made in the UK by Opus Arte, a renowned classical music and opera publisher.

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