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Theodora HWV 68 (Oratorium) (Gesamtaufnahme) 01. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Ouvert?re (1. Akt)" 02. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 1" 03. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 2" 04. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 3" 05. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 4" 06. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 5" 07. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 1 (2. Akt)" 08. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 2" 09. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 3" 10. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 4" 11. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 5" 12. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 1 (3. Akt)" 13. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 2" 14. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 3" 15. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 4" 16. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 5" 17. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene" 18. Orlinski, Jakub J?zef "Szene 7" 19. (keine Angaben) "Vorhang" 20. (keine Angaben) "Abspann"
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English |
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English, German, Japanese, Korean (EN, DE, JP, KO) |
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 | | Description: | ?Julia Bullock, Joyce DiDonato and Jakub Józef Orlinski star in Katie Mitchell's thrilling new production of Handel's Theodora in an alternative modern-day reality, Theodora, a religious fundamentalist, plots for the resistance against the Roman occupation. But when her secret plan to destroy the Roman embassy is discovered, she learns the true brutality of her oppressors. Not heard in Covent Garden since the 18th Century and sung in the original English libretto by Thomas Morell, Theodora is a tour de force for soloists and chorus alike, with ensembles, duets and arias of profound depth and beauty. This new interpretation, conducted by Baroque specialist Harry Bicket, shines a new, feminist light on the story."Theodora" on Blu-ray by Opus Arte presents a powerful filmed performance of George Frideric Handel's late oratorio, one of his most profound and dramatically intense sacred works. Set in Roman-occupied Antioch, the story follows the Christian noblewoman Theodora and the Roman soldier Didymus, who risks everything to save her, exploring themes of faith, conscience, sacrifice and moral courage. This Blu-ray edition focuses on musical and dramatic integrity: the crystalline high-definition picture captures the nuances of staging, costumes and lighting, while the lossless sound format preserves the clarity and balance of baroque orchestra, chorus and soloists. The production places particular emphasis on Handel's rich choral writing and emotionally charged arias, allowing the viewer to experience both the intimacy of personal devotion and the grandeur of public persecution scenes in a vivid home-cinema environment.
The disc is conceived for demanding collectors of opera and baroque repertoire who value both interpretation and technical quality. The combination of carefully directed camera work and a precisely mixed audio track ensures that every detail of the period instruments, vocal phrasing and ensemble interaction is conveyed with authority. Subtitles in multiple languages (where provided) make the dense, reflective libretto accessible, while the Blu-ray's chaptering lets you navigate easily between major arias, choruses and key dramatic turning points. For those interested in Handel's stage works beyond the more frequently performed operas, this "Theodora" offers a rare opportunity to experience one of his most deeply spiritual creations in a form that does justice to its musical and dramatic sophistication.
Opus Arte has established itself internationally as a specialist label for filmed opera, ballet and classical music productions, collaborating with leading opera houses, festivals and broadcasters. The label is known for curating artistically ambitious performances and presenting them in technically polished editions that often become reference recordings for collectors. Opus Arte releases regularly feature prestigious ensembles and conductors, and the company's catalogue spans key works of baroque, classical and romantic repertoire, often capturing landmark productions that have attracted critical acclaim on the world's major stages.
The cast and creative team of "Theodora" bring together experienced Handelians and prominent interpreters of baroque music. The principal singers are distinguished by their mastery of baroque style, combining agile coloratura with expressive legato and refined ornamentation developed over careers that have included major roles in Handel's operas and oratorios on renowned stages and in acclaimed recordings. The conductor is a specialist in historically informed performance, with a significant track record leading period-instrument ensembles and contributing to the modern revival of baroque theatre works; their previous projects have been noted for rhythmic vitality, transparent textures and a strong sense of dramatic pacing. The director is recognized for intelligent, musically sensitive stagings of baroque repertoire, with productions praised for psychological depth, clear storytelling and an ability to illuminate the moral and spiritual questions at the heart of works like "Theodora". Instrumentalists from a leading baroque orchestra and a highly regarded chorus complete the ensemble, adding their collective experience from performances at major European and international festivals, as well as award-winning recordings of Handel and his contemporaries. |  | | Actors: |
Julia Bullock,Joyce Didonato,Jakub Jozef Orlinski,Ed Lyon |
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Suitable for 12 years and over |
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189 |
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Opus Arte |
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OABD7313D |
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