New Zealand Opera
Opera in seven scenes by Modest Mussorgsky (1839-1881). Libretto by the composer, based on the drama by Alexander Pushkin.
An extraordinary portrait of a manipulative tyrant who is himself trapped in the machinery of power. The tyrant’s fall is partly inspired by the composer’s own mental breakdown and alcoholism.
Musik: M. Mussorgsky
Dirigent: N. Braithwaite
Scenografi: G. Cradle
Koreografi: P. Sörling
Regi: M. Richardson
Wellington och Auckland, New Zealand
2003
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“Godunov more than good enough. The whole production deserves lavish praise.”
Wanganui Chronicle
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“Polished to perfection” National Business review
“This production could grace any stage in the world”
Manuwatu Evenening Standard
7
Scener
3,5
Timmar lång
“If you miss it you´re missing history- not of Russia but of Auckland Theatre” New Zealand Herald
SvD
“Landmark in opera history” Capital Times
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A Stark Russian triumph! This is opera as you probably never seen it before; do not miss it.” Sunday Star Times
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Principals: Vladimir Matorin, Grant Dickson, Richard Greager, Roger Wilson, Simon O´Neill, Judd Arthur with the NZSO and New Zealand Opera Chorus
Ljus
M. Richardson