Bellini I Puritani

Bellini I Puritani

"Florez and Machaidze rule!!"

The context is England's Civil War between the Roundheads (the Parliamentarians, or Puritans of the title) and the Cavaliers (Royalists). A love triangle between Arturo (a Puritan), Riccardo (a Royalist) and the beautiful Elvira results in a drama of escapes, disguises and captures, during which Elvira loses her reason, before a final pardon restores her senses and unites her with her beloved Arturo. The lead tenor role is notoriously difficult and Juan Diego Flórez shows no strain or difficulty throughout the role. Opera fans will undoubtedly be impressed with the overall production and the tenor's performance in particular.

Release Date

June 3, 2009

Status

Released

Original Title

Bellini I Puritani

Runtime

2h 54min

Budget

Revenue

Language

Production Companies

Decca