Rossini Zelmira
"Decent sound for this rarely performed opera"
Originally released in 2009. Rossini Zelmira is a feature film. directed by Giorgio Barberio Corsetti.
Starring Juan Diego Flórez, Kate Aldrich, and Gregory Kunde
Synopsis
Juan Diego Florez stars in the only available DVD version of Zelmira, filmed at the celebrated Rossini Festival in the composer s home town of Pesaro. The final opera Rossini wrote for Naples is a dramatic and musical tour de force and a magnificent showcase for the bel canto superstar of our time. Recorded in high definition at the 2009 Festival, Giorgio Barberio Corsettis production places the classical tale, set during the Trojan Wars, in modern times and modern dress
Joining Juan Diego Florez are a major international cast, described as near miraculous by Opera Today and led by American mezzo-soprano Kate Aldrich in the virtuosic title role
But the evening remained another distinguished triumph for Juan Diego Florez as Prince Ilo, whose arrival in his homeland, to rescue Zelmira, was marked by a dazzling tenorial display which evoked a nearly twenty-minute ovation
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2009
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 51m
111 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Decca
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rossini Zelmira about?
Juan Diego Florez stars in the only available DVD version of Zelmira, filmed at the celebrated Rossini Festival in the composer s home town of Pesaro. The final opera Rossini wrote for Naples is a ...
Who directed Rossini Zelmira?
Rossini Zelmira was directed by Giorgio Barberio Corsetti.
How long is Rossini Zelmira?
Rossini Zelmira has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).
When was Rossini Zelmira released?
Rossini Zelmira was released on January 1, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rossini Zelmira?
The main cast of Rossini Zelmira includes Juan Diego Flórez, Kate Aldrich, Gregory Kunde, Marianna Pizzolato, Mirco Palazzi.