Donizetti La Favorite
Mar 31, 2015 · 3h 4m
Director
Olivier SimonnetOverview
One of the composer's most beguiling scores, La Favorite is Gaetano Donizetti's La favorita in it's original French form; a tale of love and war that represents a glorious mix of Italian bel canto and 19th c. grand opera. Vincent Boussard's arresting Toulouse production does full justice to this newly renewed masterpiece. Three international principals take on the work's demanding roles: Chinese tenor Yijie Shi is a 'revelation' as Fernand, the rich-toned, authoritative French baritone Ludovic Tezier as King Alphonse XI and lauded American mezzo Kate Aldrich - 'the Carmen of this generation' - plumbing the emotional depths of Leonor's music. Conductor and bel canto specialist Antonello Allemandi adds to the passionate proceedings onstage. Maestro Allemandi demonstrated full authority over the stage for the musically complex scenes, and in the arias and duets demonstrated his confidence in the singers by establishing ample tempos to support their soaring vocal lines.
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What is Donizetti La Favorite about?
One of the composer's most beguiling scores, La Favorite is Gaetano Donizetti's La favorita in it's original French form; a tale of love and war that represents a glorious mix of Italian bel canto and 19th c. grand opera. Vincent Boussard's arresting Toulouse production does full justice to this newly renewed masterpiece. Three international principals take on the work's demanding roles: Chinese…
When was Donizetti La Favorite released?
Donizetti La Favorite was released on March 31, 2015.
Where can I watch Donizetti La Favorite?
Donizetti La Favorite is streaming on Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is Donizetti La Favorite?
Donizetti La Favorite runs 3 hours 4 minutes (184 minutes).
Who directed Donizetti La Favorite?
Donizetti La Favorite was directed by Olivier Simonnet.
Who is in the cast of Donizetti La Favorite?
The cast of Donizetti La Favorite includes Kate Aldrich (Leonor De Guzman), Yijie Shi (Fernand), Ludovic Tézier (Alphonse XI), Giovanni Furlanetto (Balthazar) and Marie-Bénédicte Souquet (Ines).
Is Donizetti La Favorite on Netflix?
No, Donizetti La Favorite is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel instead.