Il Barbiere di Siviglia (1988)

Il Barbiere di Siviglia (1988)

1988-12-01 Germany 159 Min. PG-13
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Overview

Live performance from Schwetzinger Festspiele, 1988. What sets this IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA apart from all others available is its elegant realism. None of its visuals are the least bit cartoonish or blatantly designed for comedy. Dr. Bartolo’s house is a stark, stern-looking structure of plastered brick with a comfortable yet plain, white-curtained interior, while the costumes are highly realistic 18th century garb in subdued colors. Yet despite its fairly austere appearance the production is delightful, thanks to its performers and staging. The stage business is lively, witty and free of excessive slapstick, and every singer brings his or her character to life, all offering rich, vibrant characterizations that strike a perfect balance between comedy and humanity.

Cast

Gino Quilico is Figaro, a barber
Figaro, a barber
David Kuebler is Count Almaviva, alias Lindoro
Count Almaviva, alias Lindoro
Carlos Feller is Doctor Bartolo
Doctor Bartolo
Robert Lloyd is Don Basilio
Don Basilio
Klaus Bruch is Fiorello
Fiorello
Paul Keppeler is Ambrogio
Eberhard Katz is Sergeant
Gabriele Ferro is Conductor