Robert Nagy Movies
- 1984
The Metropolitan Opera mounted this production of composer Giuseppe Verdi's opera Simon Boccanegra, starring Sherrill Milnes, Anna Tomowa-Sintow and Vasile Moldoveanu. The Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Chorus, under the direction of James Levine, provide musical accompaniment. ~ Nathan Southern, Rovi
- 1982
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One of Richard Wagner's most enduring works, this bold operatic tale of a medieval knight's struggle for freedom against the gods was given a striking production by the Metropolitan Opera, and this video captures the performance for the ages. Eva Marton, Richard Cassilly, Tatiana Troyanos and Bernd Weikl lead the cast; James Levine conducts the orchestra. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
Richard Strauss's operatic adaptation of the Greek tragedy Oresteia is preserved in this video recording of a February 16, 1980 performance as staged by New York's Metropolitan Opera Company. Birgit Nilsson stars as Elektra, who after the death of her father sets out to kill the wife and mistress whom she believes caused his death. Elektra also features Leonie Rysanek, Robert Nagy, and Mignon Dunn; James Levine conducts the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
- Starring:
- Birgit Nilsson
- 1969
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From the archives of WGBH television comes a historic performance showcasing the US premiere of the original, 1912 version of Richard Strauss and Hugo von Hofmannsthal's Ariadne Auf Naxos. Originally telecast live from Symphony Hall, Boston on January 7, 1969, this once-in-a-lifetime performance features conductor Erich Leinsdorf leading the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and boasts an impressive cast including Beverly Sills as Zerbinetta (in a performance that brought Sills great acclaim) and Claire Watson as Ariadne. Also appearing are Benita Valente as Najade, Eunice Alberts as Druade, and Carole Bogard as Echo. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Beverly Sills, Claire Watson, (more)
