Overview

Two years prior to the opening scene, the nobleman Florestan has exposed or attempted to expose certain crimes of the nobleman Pizarro. In revenge, Pizarro has secretly imprisoned Florestan in the prison over which Pizarro is governor. The jailer of the prison, Rocco, has a daughter, Marzelline, and a servant (or assistant), Jaquino. Florestan’s wife, Leonore, came to Rocco’s door dressed as a boy seeking employment, and Rocco hired her. On orders, Rocco has been giving Florestan diminishing rations until he is nearly starved to death. Place: A Spanish state prison, a few miles from Seville; Time: Late 18th century.

Cast

Karita Mattila, René Pape, Ben Heppner, Falk Struckmann, Matthew Polenzani, Jennifer Welch-Babidge, Robert Lloyd, MET Orchestra

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What is "Ludwig van Beethoven: Fidelio" about?

Two years prior to the opening scene, the nobleman Florestan has exposed or attempted to expose certain crimes of the nobleman Pizarro. In revenge, Pizarro has secretly imprisoned Florestan in the prison over which Pizarro is governor. The jailer of the prison, Rocco, has a daughter, Marzelline, and a servant (or assistant), Jaquino. Florestan’s wife, Leonore, came to Rocco’s door dressed as a boy seeking employment, and Rocco hired her. On orders, Rocco has been giving Florestan diminishing rations until he is nearly starved to death. Place: A Spanish state prison, a few miles from Seville; Time: Late 18th century.

When was "Ludwig van Beethoven: Fidelio" released?

Ludwig van Beethoven: Fidelio was released in 2003.

Who stars in "Ludwig van Beethoven: Fidelio"?

The cast includes Karita Mattila, René Pape, Ben Heppner, Falk Struckmann.