Richard Strauss: Der Rosenkavalier - Enchanting Opera DVD Performance from the Royal Opera House

Product Information

• UPC: 0706301939123
• Product Type: Opera DVD Performance
• Genre: Classical, Opera
• Language: Performed in German with subtitles in English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese
• Format: Single DVD, NTSC, Color, 4:3 aspect ratio
• Sound: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo
• Duration: Approximately 197 minutes
• Recorded: Live at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, in 1985
• Publication Date: 1985
• Publisher: NVC Arts, in association with BBC Television and Royal Opera House

Overview

Step into the opulent world of Richard Strauss's comedic masterpiece, "Der Rosenkavalier," through this stunning DVD recording from the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden. Directed by the acclaimed John Schlesinger and conducted by the legendary Georg Solti, this 1985 production features a stellar cast, including Kiri Te Kanawa as the Marschallin, Anne Howells as Octavian, Aage Haugland as Baron Ochs, and Barbara Bonney as Sophie. With its blend of humor, romance, and intricate music, this opera explores themes of love, aging, and social change in a way that's both timeless and deeply moving, offering viewers a rich theatrical experience in just under 197 minutes.

German Translation - Overview (Überblick)

Tauche ein in die opulente Welt von Richard Strauss' Meisterwerk "Der Rosenkavalier" durch diese beeindruckende DVD-Aufzeichnung vom Royal Opera House in Covent Garden. Unter der Regie des gefeierten John Schlesinger und der Leitung des legendären Georg Solti präsentiert diese 1985er Produktion ein brillantes Ensemble, darunter Kiri Te Kanawa als Marschallin, Anne Howells als Octavian, Aage Haugland als Baron Ochs und Barbara Bonney als Sophie. Mit einer Mischung aus Humor, Romantik und intricater Musik erkundet diese Oper Themen wie Liebe, Altern und gesellschaftlichen Wandel auf eine zeitlose und tief berührende Weise und bietet den Zuschauern ein reiches theatralisches Erlebnis in nur unter 197 Minuten.

Product Features

• Video and Audio Specifications: NTSC format with 4:3 aspect ratio for clear, classic viewing, and Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo sound for immersive audio quality.
• Subtitles and Languages: Multiple subtitle options (English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese) make this DVD accessible to a global audience, enhancing understanding of the German libretto.
• Durability and Playback: Region Code 2,3,4,5,6 for broad compatibility, ensuring it can be enjoyed worldwide on most DVD players.
• Total Runtime: 197 minutes of main content, capturing the full opera performance with no interruptions.
• Packaging and Extras: Standard DVD case with informative liner notes; no additional bonus features mentioned, focusing purely on the live performance.

Interesting Facts

This production of "Der Rosenkavalier" is a landmark in opera history, marking Sir Georg Solti's 25th anniversary debut at Covent Garden, where he first conducted this very opera. The Daily Mail praised the performance for its emotional intensity and glowing fervor in Strauss's score, noting it as a rare realization of the composer's vision. Kiri Te Kanawa's portrayal of the Marschallin was hailed as one of her finest achievements by The Financial Times, capturing the character's depth with exquisite vocal control. Anne Howells delivered a sensitive and nuanced Octavian, while Barbara Bonney's Sophie was described as enchantingly vulnerable by the International Herald Tribune, both adding to the production's resounding success. Directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker John Schlesinger, the staging blends lavish sets and costumes with dramatic flair, making it a favorite among opera lovers for its blend of comedy and emotion. Richard Strauss's libretto, based on Hugo von Hofmannsthal's text, remains a cornerstone of 20th-century opera, exploring universal themes with wit and poignancy.

German Translation - Interesting Facts (Interessante Fakten)

Diese Produktion von "Der Rosenkavalier" ist ein Meilenstein in der Operngeschichte und markiert das 25-jährige Debüt von Sir Georg Solti am Covent Garden, wo er diese Oper zum ersten Mal dirigierte. Die Daily Mail lobte die Aufführung für ihre emotionale Intensität und den glühenden Eifer in Strauss' Partitur und nannte es eine seltene Verwirklichung der Komponistenvision. Die Darstellung der Marschallin durch Kiri Te Kanawa wurde vom Financial Times als eine ihrer besten Leistungen gefeiert, bei der sie die Tiefe der Figur mit exzellenter Gesangskontrolle einfing. Anne Howells bot einen sensiblen und nuancierten Octavian, während Barbara Bonneys Sophie von der International Herald Tribune als bezaubernd verletzlich beschrieben wurde, was zum durchschlagenden Erfolg der Produktion beitrug. Unter der Regie des Oscar-prämierten Filmemachers John Schlesinger verbindet die Inszenierung prächtige Kulissen und Kostüme mit dramatischem Schwung und ist bei Opernliebhabern beliebt für ihre Mischung aus Komik und Emotion. Das Libretto von Richard Strauss, basierend auf dem Text von Hugo von Hofmannsthal, bleibt ein Eckpfeiler der Oper des 20. Jahrhunderts und erkundet universelle Themen mit Witz und Berührbarkeit.

Track Listing

As a complete opera in three acts, "Der Rosenkavalier" follows the story through its full libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal. The DVD presents the performance in its entirety, with a total runtime of approximately 197 minutes. While specific track timings are not detailed in the recording, the structure includes:

• Act 1: Introduction of characters and central conflicts, focusing on the Marschallin's world.
• Act 2: The famous "Presentation of the Rose" scene, highlighting Octavian's disguise and romantic entanglements.
• Act 3: Resolution with comedic and poignant elements, leading to a heartfelt conclusion.

Publishers

Published by NVC Arts in association with BBC Television and the Royal Opera House Covent Garden. All rights reserved under the 1985 production, with photography by Zoë Dominic and video direction by Brian Large.

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