Renowned international cast features Ukrainian
soprano Liudmyla Monastyrska, Georgian baritone George Gagnidze, and South Korean tenor
SeokJong Baek in his Met
debut
The Live in HD transmission to be
hosted by Grammy Award–winning American soprano Angel Blue
DENVER, Dec. 13,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Metropolitan Opera's 2023–24
Live in HD season continues with the live transmission of
Verdi's early masterpiece Nabucco on Saturday, January 6, at 12:55PM ET, in the company's classic production
of epic proportions. The grand, larger-than-life staging
promises to draw opera lovers and newcomers alike for this dramatic
retelling of biblical history.
Fathom Events will also present two encores of
Nabucco on Wednesday, January
10, at 1:00PM and 6:30PM local time.
Tickets for Nabucco are on sale through
the Fathom Events website and participating theater box
offices. For a complete list of theater locations, visit
FathomEvents.com (participating theaters are subject to
change).
In his Met role debut, Georgian baritone George Gagnidze stars as Nabucco, the
imperious king of Babylon, alongside Ukrainian soprano Liudmyla
Monastyrska reprising the role of his vengeful daughter
Abigaille. Singing the lovers Fenena and Ismaele are Russian
mezzo-soprano Maria Barakova, in her Met role debut, and
renowned South Korean baritone-turned-tenor SeokJong Baek, in his company debut.
Ukrainian bass Dmitry Belosselskiy repeats his
celebrated portrayal of the high priest Zaccaria, and Italian
maestro Daniele Callegari
conducts the performance, which will feature the ultimate showcase
for the Met Chorus, "Va, pensiero."
Elijah Moshinsky's
monumental staging was first performed at the Met on March 8, 2001, and last appeared in 2017. The
creative team includes set designer John
Napier, costume designer Andreane Neofitou, and
lighting designer Howard
Harrison.
Habib Azar will direct the
Live in HD presentation for cinemas, with two-time Grammy
Award–winning soprano Angel
Blue providing exclusive behind-the-scenes access and
conduct interviews with the cast and creative team during
intermission.
The Stars of Nabucco
Daniele Callegari, conductor; Milan, Italy
Liudmyla Monastyrska, Abigaille; Kyiv, Ukraine
Maria Barakova, Fenena; Kemerovo, Russia
SeokJong Baek, Ismaele;
Jeon-Ju, South Korea
George Gagnidze, Nabucco;
Tbilisi, Georgia
Dmitry Belosselskiy, Zaccaria; Pavlohrad, Ukraine
Press Quotes
"Singing with strength and clarity, the
ensemble filled the company's imposing hall without sacrificing the
smooth texture and depth of its sound … [Gagnidze]
shaped Nabucco's full character arc with his baritone, from
the sheeny resonance and dripping venom of a boastful king to the
long, stately lines of a penitent one … Belosselskiy, who returned
as Zaccaria in 'Nabucco,' sang attractively … SeokJong Baek, in his Met debut, had ardor to
spare as Ismaele, and the mezzo-soprano Maria Barakova sang Fenena
with vibrancy. The conductor Daniele
Callegari brought richness, panache and stylistic cogency to
'Nabucco,' showing what's possible when a maestro approaches this
early score with integrity." —The New York
Times
"Chorus was splendid … 'Va, pensiero' seemed to ride on air. It
seemed to float—beautifully breathed and in tune … very satisfying
… prayerful, simple, transcendent … Ms. Monastyrska was both beast
and angel … Belosselskiy was a pro, giving what he had, which was
plenty" — New Criterion
More Information
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The 2023–24 Live in HD season continues with
Carmen (live on January 27,
with encores on January 31), La
Forza del Destino (live on March
9, with encores on March 13),
Roméo et Juliette (live on March
23, with encores on March 27),
La Rondine (live on April 20,
with encores on April 24), and
Madama Butterfly (live on May
11, with encores on May 15).
All performances will be Saturday matinees transmitted live from
the Met stage.
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