The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide
Mar 10, 2018 · 3h 56m
Director
Barbara Willis SweeteOverview
Against the backdrop of the Hanging Gardens, Semiramide, Queen of Babylon, defies bad omens and supernatural threats in her quest to find a worthy successor to her late husband. But she harbours more than one dark secret, and whoever gains the throne may find that he has lost more than he has won. Based on a story by Voltaire, this rarely performed tragic opera reveals 'The Barber of Seville' composer Giaochino Rossini in a whole new light. The title role—composed for Rossini’s wife, Isabella Colbran—features some of the most demanding vocal music he ever wrote. Angela Meade takes on the challenging vocal fireworks in this revival of a production last seen at the Met 25 years ago.
Cast of The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide
Crew of The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide
About The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide
What is The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide about?
Against the backdrop of the Hanging Gardens, Semiramide, Queen of Babylon, defies bad omens and supernatural threats in her quest to find a worthy successor to her late husband. But she harbours more than one dark secret, and whoever gains the throne may find that he has lost more than he has won. Based on a story by Voltaire, this rarely performed tragic opera reveals 'The Barber of Seville'…
When was The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide released?
The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide was released on March 10, 2018.
How long is The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide?
The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide runs 3 hours 56 minutes (236 minutes).
Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide?
The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide was directed by Barbara Willis Sweete.
Who is in the cast of The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide?
The cast of The Metropolitan Opera: Semiramide includes Angela Meade (Semiramide), Javier Camarena (Idreno), Elizabeth DeShong (Arsace) and Ildar Abdrazakov (Assur).