Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel
Nov 18, 2008 · 1h 38m
Director
Brooks Riley, Johannes FelsensteinOverview
Johannes Felsenstein’s production of HANSEL AND GRETEL presents it with every sinister element removed. The children remain in a home setting with their own bed central to the scene and the barest hint of a forest behind, while their father plays the witch as an amiable, totally benevolent figure, not sinister at all, even joining them in the final joyful ensemble. When they sing that the witch is dead, you find that the production contradicts that completely. Taking that unsinister stance means that the opera loses much of its bite. No doubt Felsenstein felt that it would make the piece more accessible for very young children, though many of them relish the sinister element. That said, it is a strong and capable performance, very well conducted and with a cast of good if not outstanding singers. One wonders what Felsenstein meant to convey, just as it is not clear why the central characters should regularly be carrying dolls. A highly individual version of a much-loved opera.
Cast of Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel
Crew of Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel
About Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel
What is Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel about?
Johannes Felsenstein’s production of HANSEL AND GRETEL presents it with every sinister element removed. The children remain in a home setting with their own bed central to the scene and the barest hint of a forest behind, while their father plays the witch as an amiable, totally benevolent figure, not sinister at all, even joining them in the final joyful ensemble. When they sing that the witch…
When was Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel released?
Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel was released on November 18, 2008.
Where can I watch Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel?
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How long is Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel?
Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
Who directed Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel?
Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel was directed by Brooks Riley and Johannes Felsenstein.
Who is in the cast of Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel?
The cast of Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel includes Ludmil Kuntschew (Peter, broom maker), Alexandra Petersamer (Gertrud, his wife), Sabine Noack (Hänsel, their son), Cornelia Marschall (Gretel, their daughter) and Ludmil Kuntschew (The Witch).
Is Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel on Netflix?
No, Humperdinck: Hänsel und Gretel is not on Netflix in the US. It is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.