Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel (2008)
Staging directors Patrice Caurier and Moshe Leiser infuse German composer Engelbert Humperdinck's fairy-tale opera with more than a dollop of black humor in this 2008 London performance that's both enchanting and menacing. Angelika Kirchschlager and Diana Damrau play Hansel and Gretel, respectively, and beloved British baritone Thomas Allen portrays their father in an outstanding production led by maestro Colin Davis.
Director: Moshe Leiser, Patrice Caurier
Genre: Music
Runtime: 138 min
Release Date: December 16, 2008
Cast
- Angelika Kirchschlager - Hansel
- Diana Damrau - Gretel
- Elizabeth Connell - Gertrud
- Thomas Allen - Peter
- Anja Silja - Witch
- Pumeza Matshikiza - Sandman
- Anita Watson - Dew Fairy
- Orchestra of the Royal Opera House - Self - Orchestra
- Colin Davis - Self - Conductor
Music: Engelbert Humperdinck
Production: Opus Arte
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: en
Keywords
opera
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel about?
- Staging directors Patrice Caurier and Moshe Leiser infuse German composer Engelbert Humperdinck's fairy-tale opera with more than a dollop of black humor in this 2008 London performance that's both enchanting and menacing. Angelika Kirchschlager and Diana Damrau play Hansel and Gretel, respectively, and beloved British baritone Thomas Allen portrays their father in an outstanding production led by maestro Colin Davis.
- Who directed Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel?
- Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel was directed by Moshe Leiser, Patrice Caurier.
- Who stars in Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel?
- Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel stars Angelika Kirchschlager, Diana Damrau, Elizabeth Connell, Thomas Allen, Anja Silja, Pumeza Matshikiza.
- How long is Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel?
- Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel has a runtime of 2h 18m (138 minutes).
- What genre is Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel?
- Engelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel is a Music film.