{"product_id":"4562240281497","title":"Hartmut Haenchen - Wagner: Parsifal - Import 2 DVD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHartmut Haenchen\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can’t talk about *Parsifal* today without seeing this!\nA beautiful yet powerful *Parsifal* by Castellucci, the director making waves in the contemporary theater world!!\nWagner’s *Parsifal*, which caused a huge sensation when it was staged at the Théâtre Monnet in January and February 2011, is now available on video. This marks the first time that Italian director Romeo Castellucci—who has carved out a unique niche in theater with his innovative and compelling stage designs—has taken on the direction of a full-scale opera. This is, without a doubt, a *Parsifal* unlike any you’ve ever seen before. I’ll avoid spoilers, but as shown on the cover photo, while Act I takes place in a deep, dark forest, Act II unfolds in a mysterious world set against a pure white stage. This creates an incredibly powerful experience, and the way it seems to be deeply intertwined with the music of *Parsifal* truly brings home Castellucci’s talent and skill. In any case, this is a must-see recording for Wagnerians and opera fans seeking innovative staging. The cast consists mainly of singers who have become familiar faces in recent *Parsifal* productions. Kundry is played by a Swedish alto who is already renowned as a Wagnerian alto. Alongside Erda and Fricka, Kundry is one of Larsson’s signature roles. Gurnemanz is played by the highly experienced Jan-Hendrik Rottling. Rottling is a baritone who left a powerful impression in the title role of Berg’s *Wozzeck* at the New National Theatre. Klingsor is portrayed by the Icelandic bass-baritone Thomas Thomason. He received rave reviews for his performance as Heinrich von Telramund in *Lohengrin* at La Scala’s 2012–2013 season opener, conducted by Barenboim. Only Andrew Richards, who plays Parsifal, is a newcomer to Wagner. Born in Phoenix, Arizona, he has been based in Berlin since 2005 and is a highly accomplished artist active in many theaters across Europe and the United States. Hartmut Henchen’s conducting, which now exudes the air of a true master, is deeply compelling—as one would expect from a conductor with such extensive theater experience.\nKing International\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bel Air","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53530754941217,"sku":"4562240281497","price":5690.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/4562240281497.jpg?v=1789819030","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/products\/4562240281497","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}