Verdi
Otello
In Verdi’s retelling of Shakespeare’s towering tragedy, Renée Fleming gives a captivating performance as the innocent Desdemona, a role long considered one of her calling cards. Johan Botha as the title hero delivers an imposing portrayal of a proud warrior brought down by jealousy, and Falk Struckmann is thrilling as the villainous Iago. James Morris sings Lodovico. Elijah Moshinsky’s production is conducted by Semyon Bychkov.
Full SynopsisPerformance Info
Performance Date
Oct 27, 2012
Composer
Giuseppe Verdi
Librettist
Arrigo Boito, based on the play by William Shakespeare
Run Time
2 HRS 46 MIN
Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Chorus