The Barber of Seville
"Il Barbiere di Siviglia (2009) Royal Opera. Rossini / Italian"
Originally released in 2009. The Barber of Seville is a music film. directed by David Stevens. With a runtime of 2h 30m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Joyce DiDonato, Juan Diego Flórez, and Pietro Spagnoli
Synopsis
23-year-old Gioachino Rossini completed his masterpiece IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA incredibly quickly – legend has it in just 13 days – which Rossini attributed to ‘facility and lots of instinct’. The opera, characterized by youthful energy and bold wit, has all the ingredients for comic chaos: an imprisoned young woman, her lecherous guardian and a young noble suitor. Skilfully plotting behind the scenes is Figaro, an irrepressible and inventive character in whom many have seen a resemblance to the young Rossini himself. The score fizzes with musical brilliance, from Figaro’s famous entrance aria to the frenzy of the Act I finale. This recording sees Joyce DiDonato (Rosina) bring literal meaning to the old theatrical motto Break a leg! She did just that in an earlier show but was determined to finish her commitment and was re-staged into the production to allow for the additional challenges that come when a leading lady in a lively physical role must wheel around the other performers...
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 4, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
2h 30m
150 minutes total
User Rating
4.2/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Royal Opera House
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Barber of Seville about?
23-year-old Gioachino Rossini completed his masterpiece IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA incredibly quickly – legend has it in just 13 days – which Rossini attributed to ‘facility and lots of instinct...
Who directed The Barber of Seville?
The Barber of Seville was directed by David Stevens.
How long is The Barber of Seville?
The Barber of Seville has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes total).
When was The Barber of Seville released?
The Barber of Seville was released on July 4, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Barber of Seville?
The main cast of The Barber of Seville includes Joyce DiDonato, Juan Diego Flórez, Pietro Spagnoli, Ferruccio Furlanetto, Alessandro Corbelli.