Johann Strauss: Simplicius
Originally released in 2003. Johann Strauss: Simplicius is a feature film. directed by David Pountney. With a runtime of 2h 12m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Michael Volle, Martin Zysset, and Rolf Haunstein
Synopsis
Operetta in three acts / Sung in German Five years after Wagner's "Parsifal," Johann Strauss II presented "Simplicius" in the Theater an der Wien. Neither an opera nor an operetta, it was a work that did not fit into any of the pre-defined categories. On the 100th anniversary of the composer's death in 1999, the Zurich opera house presented a new production, the work's Swiss premiere. This production picked up on various impulses from the history of the works origin, using them to create a unique version of the piece. Here, for example, is the "Donauweibchen" incorporated shortly before the end. The Austrian-born chief conductor of the Zurich opera house, Franz Welser-Möst, has left his mark as a native speaker on this "Simplicius" production both here and elsewhere.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johann Strauss: Simplicius about?
Operetta in three acts / Sung in German Five years after Wagner's "Parsifal," Johann Strauss II presented "Simplicius" in the Theater an der Wien. Neither an opera nor an operetta, it was a work t...
Who directed Johann Strauss: Simplicius?
Johann Strauss: Simplicius was directed by David Pountney.
How long is Johann Strauss: Simplicius?
Johann Strauss: Simplicius has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes total).
When was Johann Strauss: Simplicius released?
Johann Strauss: Simplicius was released on February 21, 2003 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Johann Strauss: Simplicius?
The main cast of Johann Strauss: Simplicius includes Michael Volle, Martin Zysset, Rolf Haunstein, Elizabeth Magnuson, Piotr Beczała.