Title: Gotta be blunt here: This thing ROCKS.
Product review: As I said, this is a bit on the blunt side -- this is one of the best all-around operatic DVDs I've ever seen, and I'm thrilled to have been fortunate enough to take the chance on buying it. The voices are all top notch, pure and clear and delicious -- especially Tuva Semmingsen and Michael Maniaci. The acting is fabulous; often a weak spot in many operas. The costuming and staging are incredibly creative, but not so much that they detract and leave sticky directorial fingerprints everywhere. The music is letter-perfect, granted I'm a Baroque fan. I can't wait to find a long weekend to pop it back in the player and watch the whole thing again.If you're curious about Baroque opera, counters, modern staging ... grab this thing NOW. Use it to convert opera-skeptical friends who think opera is all about people in enormous dresses throwing themselves off cliffs. You'll be glad you did.
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