Marcelo Alvarez Movies
This lavish production of Giuseppe Verdi's classic opera stars Roberto Servile as Rigoleto, a royal jester. Despite his comical personality, Rigoleto is a man of strong passions, and when he discovers that the Duke (Marcelo Alvarez), a notorious womanizer, has bedded his lovely daughter Gilda (Inva Mula), he becomes powerfully enraged. Rigoleto secures the services of the hired killer Sparafucile to restore honor to his daughter's name, but his bid for revenge takes an unexpected turn. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
- 2001
For opera fans who may have missed Gilbert Deflo's lavish production when it premiered at Paris' legendary Bastille in June of 1997, this filmed version of the performance is certainly the next best thing to being there. Conducted by Jesus Lopez-Cobos and featuring the remarkable period costumes of William Orlando, Manon also offers actress Renee Fleming in the role that she has publicly claimed as her personal favorite. Also featuring the talents of Marcelo Alvarez, Jean-Luc Chaignaud, Alain Vernhes, and Michel Sénéchal, this performance is highlighted by the choir and orchestra of l'Opera de Paris. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Renée Fleming, Marcelo Alvarez, (more)
The Royal Opera House mounted this 2000 production of Giuseppe Verdi's seminal opera Rigoletto (1851). It stars Paolo Gavanelli, Marcelo Alvarez and Christine Schäfer; David McVicar directs for the stage, with musical support by the Orchestra and Chorus of the Royal Opera House. Edward Downes conducts and Leah Hausman choreographs. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Marcelo Alvarez, Peter Auty, (more)
