Alexander Anisimov

This opera was filmed live at La Scala in 1992. The all-star cast includes Luciano Pavarotti, Samuel Ramey, aolo Coni, Daniela Dessi, Luciana d'Intio, and Alexander Anismov. Riccardo Muti conducts.

Verdi’s monumental score is fully the equal of Shakespeare’s famous tragedy—and both demand great actors. This is one performance where both playwright and composer are well served. Plácido Domingo’s Otello is one of the glories of the operatic world, beautifully sung and so commandingly acted that audiences are devastated by the end. Renée Fleming’s ravishingly beautiful Desdemona is deeply moving, and as Iago, James Morris is as beguiling as he is menacing. Under James Levine’s conducting the Met orchestra and chorus are vital characters in the drama.

La cruelle Princesse Turandot offre sa main au prince qui saura résoudre trois énigmes, les concourants défaits étant livrés au bourreau et mis à mort. Malgré le nombre immense de princes ayant perdu la vie dans ce concours, le Prince Calaf, fou amoureux de la Princesse, décide de tenter sa chance.