Der Freischütz (1999)
The legendary director Ruth Berghaus created this staging of Carl Maria von Weber’s Der Freischütz as a gripping theatrical experience for the Zurich Opera in 1993. Its revival in 1999 was a roaring success. With sets by Hartmut Meyer and costumes by Marie-Louise Strandt, Berghaus’ staging avoids the local peasant colour conventionally associated with Weber’s opera. Chorus and orchestra of the Zurich Opera House are conducted by Nikolaus Harnoncourt, universally celebrated for the structural transparency of his interpretations, his intellectual penetration and his emotional understanding of both music and opera plot. And last but not least an all-star cast made this production a highly memorable event: the dramatic soprano Inga Nielsen as Agathe, one of her best roles, the Swedish soprano Malin Hartelius as Ännchen, the sought-after Heldentenor Peter Seiffert, who gives a convincing passionate Max, and many others.
Cast
- Peter Seiffert - Max
- Matti Salminen - Kaspar
- Inga Nielsen - Agathe
- Malin Hartelius - Ännchen
- Werner Gröschel - Kuno
- Cheyne Davidson - Prince Ottokar
- László Polgár - Eremit
- Volker Vogel - Kilian
- Raphael Clamer - Samiel
- Nikolaus Harnoncourt - Conductor
Screenplay
Themes
Opera Grandeur and Dramatic Voices, Opera Stage and Dramatic Arias, Classical Music and Art
Keywords
opera, prince, forest ranger, love, curse, demon, hunt, postponed wedding, magical creature, marksmanship, bohemia
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Der Freischütz about?
- The legendary director Ruth Berghaus created this staging of Carl Maria von Weber’s Der Freischütz as a gripping theatrical experience for the Zurich Opera in 1993. Its revival in 1999 was a roaring success. With sets by Hartmut Meyer and costumes by Marie-Louise Strandt, Berghaus’ staging avoids the local peasant colour conventionally associated with Weber’s opera. Chorus and orchestra of the Zurich Opera House are conducted by Nikolaus Harnoncourt, universally celebrated for the structural transparency of his interpretations, his intellectual penetration and his emotional understanding of both music and opera plot. And last but not least an all-star cast made this production a highly memorable event: the dramatic soprano Inga Nielsen as Agathe, one of her best roles, the Swedish soprano Malin Hartelius as Ännchen, the sought-after Heldentenor Peter Seiffert, who gives a convincing passionate Max, and many others.
- Who directed Der Freischütz?
- Der Freischütz was directed by Alf Bernhard-Leonardi.
- Who stars in Der Freischütz?
- Der Freischütz stars Peter Seiffert, Matti Salminen, Inga Nielsen, Malin Hartelius, Werner Gröschel, Cheyne Davidson.
- How long is Der Freischütz?
- Der Freischütz has a runtime of 2h 38m (158 minutes).
- What genre is Der Freischütz?
- Der Freischütz is a Music, Drama film.
- Where was Der Freischütz produced?
- Der Freischütz was produced in Germany, Switzerland.
- What are the themes of Der Freischütz?
- The themes of Der Freischütz include: Opera Grandeur and Dramatic Voices, Opera Stage and Dramatic Arias, Classical Music and Art.