Otello - The Met
Overview
Jon Vickers was one of the most magnetic singing actors of the 20th century and Otello one of his greatest roles. He understood how to combine Shakespeare’s rich characterization and Verdi’s dramatic music to create an overwhelming figure, one whose death left audiences deeply shaken. Vickers is perfectly partnered by James Levine’s conducting and the Met’s sensational orchestra and chorus. Renata Scotto is an appealing Desdemona, Cornell MacNeil is a menacing Iago, and Franco Zeffirelli’s production is deservedly legendary.
Top-billed cast
- AAndrea Velis
- JJon Vickers
- RRaymond Gibbs
- CCornell MacNeil
- JJean Kraft
- RRobert Goodloe
- RRenata Scotto
- JJames Morris
Crew
- Director
- Franco Zeffirelli
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Who directed Otello - The Met?
Otello - The Met was directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
When was Otello - The Met released?
Otello - The Met was released in 1978.
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