The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca
Originally released in 2018. The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca is a drama/music film. directed by Gary Halvorson. With a runtime of 2h 21m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sonya Yoncheva, Vittorio Grigolo, and Željko Lučić
Synopsis
Sir David McVicar’s bold new staging of Tosca, Puccini’s operatic thriller of Napoleonic Rome, thrilled Met audiences when it rang in the New Year in 2018. Only weeks later, the production was seen by opera lovers worldwide as part of the Met’s Live in HD series of cinema presentations. In this performance, Bulgarian soprano Sonya Yoncheva is the passionate title diva, opposite charismatic tenor Vittorio Grigolo as her lover, the idealistic painter Mario Cavaradossi. Baritone Željko Lučić is the menacing Baron Scarpia, the evil chief of police who employs brutal tactics to ensnare both criminals and sexual conquests. On the podium, Emmanuel Villaume conducts the electrifying score, which features some of Puccini’s most memorable melodies.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 27, 2018
8 years ago
Runtime
2h 21m
141 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sonya Yoncheva
as Floria Tosca
Vittorio Grigolo
as Mario Cavaradossi
Željko Lučić
as Baron Scarpia
Brenton Ryan
as Spoletta
Christian Zaremba
as Cesare Angelotti
Isabel Leonard
as Self - Host
Christopher Job
as Sciarrone
Patrick Carfizzi
as A Sacristan
Davida Dayle
as A Shepherd Boy
Richard Bernstein
as A Jailer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- The Metropolitan Opera
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca about?
Sir David McVicar’s bold new staging of Tosca, Puccini’s operatic thriller of Napoleonic Rome, thrilled Met audiences when it rang in the New Year in 2018. Only weeks later, the production was ...
Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca?
The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca was directed by Gary Halvorson.
How long is The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca?
The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca has a runtime of 2 hours and 21 minutes (141 minutes total).
When was The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca released?
The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca was released on January 27, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca?
The main cast of The Metropolitan Opera: Tosca includes Sonya Yoncheva, Vittorio Grigolo, Željko Lučić, Brenton Ryan, Christian Zaremba.