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The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine (2009)

Movie ★ 8.0 114 min

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This elegant romance is the least-known work of the mature Giacomo Puccini . The story concerns a kept woman who defies convention to chase a dream of romantic love with an earnest, if naïve, young man. This Met Opera production features the dynamic soprano Angela Gheorghiu and Frenchborn tenor Roberto Alagna performing the roles of Magda and Ruggero, it blooms into its rightful place in the glorious Puccini canon. La Rondine (The Swallow) was commissioned by Vienna s Carltheater in 1913. Due to the impending outbreak of World War I, premiered in 1917, at the Opéra de Monte-Carlo with Gilda Dalla Rizza and Tito Schipa. Set in a Parisian salon, it is the story of Magda, the glamorous mistress of wealthy banker Rambaldo. Her yearning for romantic love compels her into the arms of the ardent and adoring young Ruggero.

Brian Large Director Giuseppe Adami Writer

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Released
January 10, 2009
Runtime
114 min
Rating
PG
IMDb
tt1347918
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Language
Studio
EMI

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Cast

Angela Gheorghiu Angela Gheorghiu Magda Roberto Alagna Roberto Alagna Ruggero Samuel Ramey Samuel Ramey Rambaldo Lisette Oropesa Lisette Oropesa Lisette Marius Brenciu Prunier Monica Yunus Yvette Marco Armiliato Self - Conductor Alyson Cambridge Bianca Marty Singleton Adolf Anne Nonnemacher Georgette Belinda Oswald Gabriele Mary Hughes Lolette Jason Hendrix Rabonnier Elizabeth DeShong Suzy Tony Stevenson Gobin Ashley Emerson A singer Roger Andrews A butler

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine about?
This elegant romance is the least-known work of the mature Giacomo Puccini . The story concerns a kept woman who defies convention to chase a dream of romantic love with an earnest, if naïve, young man. This Met Opera production features the dynamic soprano Angela Gheorghiu and Frenchborn tenor Roberto Alagna performing the roles of Magda and Ruggero, it blooms into its rightful place in the glorious Puccini canon. La Rondine (The Swallow) was commissioned by Vienna s Carltheater in 1913. Due to the impending outbreak of World War I, premiered in 1917, at the Opéra de Monte-Carlo with Gilda Dalla Rizza and Tito Schipa. Set in a Parisian salon, it is the story of Magda, the glamorous mistress of wealthy banker Rambaldo. Her yearning for romantic love compels her into the arms of the ardent and adoring young Ruggero.
Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine was directed by Brian Large.
Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine stars Angela Gheorghiu, Roberto Alagna, Samuel Ramey, Lisette Oropesa.
When was The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine released?
The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine is a 2009 music film.
Where can I watch The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine?
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