Few productions in the Metropolitan Opera’s repertory have been so unanimously admired as Richard Wagner’s Tannhauser. The New York Times, reviewing the telecast performance of Tannhauser, observed:”One of the most gorgeous and gloriously romantic productions in the Met’s repertory …the scenic designs are both breathtakingly grand and painstakingly subtle.” The individual performers garnered praise from other critics: “you may just about explode with the musical excitement that conductor James Levine and his cast generate.” Eva Marton’s “opulent soprano soared and spun through her music.” “Her Elisabeth put her in a line of succession to some tru immortals.” Richard Cassilly gives a masterful performance in the title role.” “Venus should exude sexuality, visually and vocally, and Tatiana Troyanos could not be faulted on either score.” “Bernd Weikl was a superlative Wofram.”
” a splendid viewing as well as listening experience.” N.Y. Times Includes optional English Subtitles
OK. If you like Richard Cassilly, you’re going to love this movie. I’ve been a fan for a long time, and I’ve seen Wagner – Tannhauser / Levine, Cassilly, Marton, The Metropolitan Opera a lot. I never get tired of it. Have you seen it? If you click the image above you can learn how you can watch it now, or any time.