The Abduction from the Seraglio

The Abduction from the Seraglio

2006
2h 36m
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Overview

Without question, this is an incredibly bizarre production. The revised storyline makes little sense, and there is a surprising amount of violence and sexual innuendo. However, the singers are superb, both vocally and in regard to their stage presence and acting, the orchestra plays beautifully, the chorus is wonderful, and the set is as clever as it is strange. It's definitely not for purists, or for someone new to this particular opera. But for someone who's seen Die Entfuhrung before, and is familiar enough with the original story to not miss it, watching Belmonte, Constanze, Blonde, Pedrillo, and Osmin embark on an entirely new adventure -- and push the boundaries of good taste -- is rather enjoyable.

Status: Released

Language: EN

Production Information

Production Companies
Decca
Production Countries
Austria
Spoken Languages
German

Keywords

Quick Facts

Original Title Die Entfuhrung aus dem Serail
Release Date January 2, 2006
Status Released
Language EN

Cast

Laura Aikin
Laura Aikin

Konstanze

Charles Castronovo
Charles Castronovo

Belmonte

Valentina Farcas
Valentina Farcas

Blonde

Franz Hawlata
Franz Hawlata

Osmin

Dieter Kerschbaum
Dieter Kerschbaum

Pedrillo

Ivor Bolton
Ivor Bolton

Conductor

Key Crew

Tomáš Šimerda
Director