Maazel: 1984

Simon Keenlyside - Baritone, Richard Margisson - Tenor, Diana Damrau - Soprano, Royal Opera House; Covent Garden, Lorin Maazel - Conductor

The debut DVD release of Lorin Maazel's new opera, based on George Orwell's dystopian novel, one of the most famous novels of the 20th century. Premiered at Covent Garden in 2005, where it was conducted by the composer and filmed in High Definition. The producer was Robert Lepage, whose highly-praised, visually-stunning production is gripping and at times terrifying. This release is timed to coincide with the run of the same production at La Scala in May 2008. Stars the acclaimed Simon Keenlyside as Winston Smith, the central character with Nancy Gustafson as Nancy, with whom Winston embarks on the secret affair that will be their undoing. Extras include an exclusive 30-minute interview with Maazel.
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