Massenet: Cendrillon
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Synopsis
The 2017–18 Live in HD season concluded with an enchanted performance of Cendrillon, Massenet’s glittering operatic adaptation of the Cinderella story. This charming staging by Laurent Pelly, which bursts to life with the director’s characteristic wit and whimsy, stars American mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato as the title outcast-turned-princess. Mezzo-soprano Alice Coote offers a touching portrayal of the pants role Prince Charming, while soprano Kathleen Kim shines as the Fairy Godmother. Mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe, as the outlandish Madame de la Haltière, and bass-baritone Laurent Naouri, as the haggard Pandolfe, round out the principal cast. On the podium, conductor Bertrand de Billy leads a performance that is equal parts madcap comedy and heartfelt romance.
Details
- Gary Halvorson, Laurent Pelly
- April 28, 2018
- Released
- United States of America
- The Metropolitan Opera
- 2h 22m
Where to watch
No known streaming options in United States.
Cast
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Joyce DiDonatoLucette/Cendrillon -
Stephanie BlytheMadame de la Haltière -
Laurent NaouriPandolfe -
Kathleen KimLa Fée -
Alice CooteLe Prince Charmant -
Maya LahyaniDorethée
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Ailyn PérezSelf - Host
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David LeighThe Master of Ceremonies -
Petr NekoranecThe Dean of the Faculty
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Jeongcheol ChaThe Prime Minister
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Bradley GarvinThe King
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Yohan BelminA herald
