Die Zauberflöte

Die Zauberflöte

1971
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Overview

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Magic Flute is undoubtedly one of the most multi-layered, profound, complicated, and therefore also most difficult to stage works in the entire opera repertoire. In terms of genre, it can only be understood if it is seen as a mixture of four things: a philosophically profound drama of ideas with countless encryptions, a naïve fairy tale, a bawdy comedy, and a crude Punch and Judy show. It is based on the intersection of the traditions of Baroque magic opera, Italian buffa, and Viennese Singspiel, where all manner of wonders are conceivable and permissible. Peter Ustinov's production appeals to all those who love a primarily fairy-tale-like interpretation; the atmosphere is traditional and conventional. An outstanding ensemble of singers has been assembled.

Status: Released

Language: DE

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Production Information

Production Companies
Polyphon
Production Countries
Germany
Spoken Languages
German

Quick Facts

Release Date December 1, 1971
Status Released
Language DE
IMDb ID tt0979963

Cast

Hans Sotin
Hans Sotin

Sarastro

Nicolai Gedda
Nicolai Gedda

Tamino

Cristina Deutekom
Cristina Deutekom

Königin der Nacht

Edith Mathis
Edith Mathis

Pamina

William Workman
William Workman

Papageno

Carol Malone
Carol Malone

Papagena

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau
Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau

Sprecher

Key Crew

Peter Ustinov
Director