The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine (2009) is a music title in English. On New MovieLinkBD you get the full story, cast, rating, official trailer and where to watch The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine online in HD. Absolutely Delightful Performance
The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine — Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
- Director: Brian Large
- Starring: Angela Gheorghiu, Roberto Alagna, Samuel Ramey, Lisette Oropesa, Marius Brenciu, Monica Yunus, Marco Armiliato, Alyson Cambridge
The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine — Movie Details
| Release Date | 2009-01-10 |
| Runtime | 114 min |
| Genre | Music |
| Language | English |
| Country | Italy |
| Certification | PG |
| Rating | 8/10 (1 votes) |
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 …
Who directed The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine? Brian Large.
Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine? Angela Gheorghiu, Roberto Alagna, Samuel Ramey, Lisette Oropesa, Marius Brenciu, Monica Yunus, Marco Armiliato, Alyson Cambridge.
Where can I watch The Metropolitan Opera: Puccini's La Rondine? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
