Opus Arte (Firm)
1) Giselle
Pub. Date
2008.
Physical Description
1 videodisc (112 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + Program notes (25 pages ; illustrations).
Language
English
Description
The story of a peasant girl (Giselle) who goes mad and dies of a broken heart when she discovers that her beloved is a nobleman betrothed to another.
Pub. Date
[2003]
Physical Description
2 videodiscs (approximately 240 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Documentary about several traditions of ecstatic dance around the world, including San in Namibia, Kut in Korea, Yoruba in Nigeria, Gabrielle Roth in New York, Candomble in Brazil, whirling dervishes in Turkey, Hadra in Morocco, firedance in the U.S. and the Rainbow Serpent Festival in Australia.
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (approximately 86 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Widely lauded by critics, this is an awe-inspiring retelling of George Orwell's masterpiece. Winston Smith lives in a world of absolute conformity, his every action scrutinized by Big Brother. However, when Winston meets Julia, he dares to rebel by falling in love. Danced by Northern Ballet, the UK's foremost narrative ballet company, to a score by Tony-nominated composer Alex Baranowski, this thoroughly modern take will change the way you think about...
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (approximately 166 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The King of Navarre and his friends think that they cannot love again. When the Princess of France and her attendants arrive for a visit, their plans are completely turned upside down.
8) Die Walküre
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Description
2 videodiscs (240 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
Deutsch
Description
Antonio Pappano conducts a stellar cast including Nina Stemme, John Lundgren, Sarah Connolly, Emily Magee, Stuart Skelton and Ain Anger in Keith Warner's 'outstanding staging' of Die Walkure.
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Description
1 Blu-ray disc (approximately 148 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet (15 pages : color illustrations ; 15 cm)
Language
English
Description
Set just after World War I, this play focuses on relationships. Friends Benedick and Claudio return from the war and reacquaint themselves with Beatrice and Hero. Claudio and Hero fall in love, while Benedick and Beatrice continue their argumentative relationship.
10) La traviata
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (136 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
Italiano
Description
Verdi based the show on Alexandre Dumas fils's novel and play La Dame aux camélias, inspired by the life and death of the real Parisian courtesan Marie Duplessis. One of the most popular of all operas, the 2018/2019 season featured 151 productions performed worldwide. Verdi's sublime score contains some of his most inspired arias and duets. Ermonela Jaho stars as Violetta, opposite Charles Castronovo as Alfredo, with Plácido Domingo as his unyielding...
11) Madama Butterfly
Pub. Date
[2005]
Physical Description
2 videodiscs (approximately 169 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
Italiano
12) Nutcracker
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (approximately 132 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
From the lovely Waltz of the flowers to the crystalline beauty of the stunning Waltz of the snowflakes, each scene is more breathtaking than the last, bringing to life all the well-known and beloved characters with fresh sparkle and compelling originality.
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (125 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet.
Language
None
Description
Prince Siegfried sees a swan on the lake who turns into the enchanted princess Odette. She can only be saved by the true love of another. This the Prince promises her, but he is tricked by a wicked magician who disguises his daughter as the swan-maiden. Siegfried and his love leap to their death thus destroying the evil power of the magician.
16) La bohème
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (111 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
Italiano
Description
A penniless poet, a young seamstress, and a lost key; Puccini's passionate opera tells the story of a captivating romance set against the background of 19th-century Paris. The luscious score, with its soaring melodies and rich orchestration, brings to life the relationships between Rodolfo, Mimi and their friends, the painter Marcello and fiery Musetta. Acclaimed director Richard Jones stages a fresh and intelligent new production of one of the world's...
18) La bohème
Pub. Date
[2006]
Physical Description
2 videodiscs (149 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
Italiano
Pub. Date
[2011]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (120 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet.
Language
English
Description
Lewis Carroll's ever-popular story provides the basis for a spectacular new work from the Royal Ballet, which features an engaging and passionate score as well as breathtaking choreography.
20) Merlin
Pub. Date
[2004]
Physical Description
2 videodiscs (184 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
