Verdi
Macbeth
Verdi’s crackling version of Shakespeare’s monumental play attracts singers and conductors who are willing to take risks in pursuit of drama. With James Levine’s taut conducting, the dimensions and colors of Verdi’s score are revealed, galvanizing Sherrill Milnes (Macbeth) and Renata Scotto (Lady Macbeth). Milnes’s strong baritone gives imposing dimensions to Macbeth, and the way Scotto combines the words with the music demonstrates why some people say Lady Macbeth is really the leading character.
Full SynopsisPerformance Info
Performance Date
Dec 18, 1982
Composer
Giuseppe Verdi
Librettist
Francesco Maria Piave
Run Time
2 HRS 27 MIN