Cast
Hans Sotin
Sarastro
Nicolai Gedda
Tamino
C
Cristina Deutekom
Königin der Nacht
Edith Mathis
Pamina
W
William Workman
Papageno
C
Carol Malone
Papagena
Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau
Sprecher
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Die Zauberflöte
19717.0Directed by Peter Ustinov
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.
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