Macbeth: Washington National Opera
Nov 13, 2024 · 2h 45m
Director
Brenna CornerOverview
Massive ensembles. White hot arias. The dark recesses of the mind. Verdi’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s smoldering tragedy is a riveting exploration of power, corruption, and freedom. Meet opera’s most power-hungry couple: Macbeth and his Lady. When they’re caught in a murderous plot to claim the Scottish throne, their manic greed for control has no end. Verdi wrote this powerhouse during Italy’s independence movement, and it soars with themes of political corruption, tyrannical rule, and liberation of the people. Macbeth takes audiences through a gripping tale of ambition and scandal, from the first note to the spectacular closing chorus. As the chilling finale approaches, ghosts of the past lurk in the shadows. Power unchecked comes at a cost; what can stop its bloody path of destruction?
Cast of Macbeth: Washington National Opera
Crew of Macbeth: Washington National Opera
About Macbeth: Washington National Opera
What is Macbeth: Washington National Opera about?
Massive ensembles. White hot arias. The dark recesses of the mind. Verdi’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s smoldering tragedy is a riveting exploration of power, corruption, and freedom. Meet opera’s most power-hungry couple: Macbeth and his Lady. When they’re caught in a murderous plot to claim the Scottish throne, their manic greed for control has no end. Verdi wrote this powerhouse during Italy’s…
When was Macbeth: Washington National Opera released?
Macbeth: Washington National Opera was released on November 13, 2024.
How long is Macbeth: Washington National Opera?
Macbeth: Washington National Opera runs 2 hours 45 minutes (165 minutes).
Who directed Macbeth: Washington National Opera?
Macbeth: Washington National Opera was directed by Brenna Corner.
Who is in the cast of Macbeth: Washington National Opera?
The cast of Macbeth: Washington National Opera includes Étienne Dupuis (Macbeth), Ewa Płonka (Lady Macbeth), Kang Wang (Macduff), Soloman Howard (Banquo) and Nicholas Huff (Malcolm).