Dialogues of the Carmelites
Sep 15, 1984 · 2h 39m
Director
Richard BonyngeOverview
Francis Poulenc's only full-length opera is firmly rooted in the post World War II era. Based on the historical events of the time of the French Revolution, this story of a community of Carmelite nuns who go to the guillotine rather than renounce their calling can be received in many ways. Poulenc's warmly melodic and lyrical score is wholly dramatic and gripping, and Dame Joan Sutherland, recreating the role she sang at the opera's British premiere in 1958, sings the second prioress with commanding moderation. This production serves the inspiration of Poulenc in every important particular of style, economy and theatrical force. Richard Bonynge conducts the Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra. Sung in English.
Cast of Dialogues of the Carmelites
Crew of Dialogues of the Carmelites
About Dialogues of the Carmelites
What is Dialogues of the Carmelites about?
Francis Poulenc's only full-length opera is firmly rooted in the post World War II era. Based on the historical events of the time of the French Revolution, this story of a community of Carmelite nuns who go to the guillotine rather than renounce their calling can be received in many ways. Poulenc's warmly melodic and lyrical score is wholly dramatic and gripping, and Dame Joan Sutherland…
When was Dialogues of the Carmelites released?
Dialogues of the Carmelites was released on September 15, 1984.
How long is Dialogues of the Carmelites?
Dialogues of the Carmelites runs 2 hours 39 minutes (159 minutes).
Who directed Dialogues of the Carmelites?
Dialogues of the Carmelites was directed by Richard Bonynge.
Who is in the cast of Dialogues of the Carmelites?
The cast of Dialogues of the Carmelites includes Geoffrey Chard (Marquis de la Force), Isobel Buchanan (Blance de la Force), Paul Ferris (Chevalier de la Force), Lone Koppel (Mme de Croissy) and Joan Sutherland (Mme Lidione).