DG-DVD
This production is filmed on location and captures the essence of Renaissance Italy sublimely. Swirly mist rising from darkened canals and cloaked figures in dimly-lit alleyways certainly heighten the power of the piece. A young Pavarotti, who effortlessly sings the Duke of Mantua, even climbs a tree. This is Jean-Pierre Ponnelle at his best. His Rigoletto, Ingvar Wixell, is touching in his portrayal and sings the role with aplomb. Edita Gruberova is a sensational Gilda and Chailly and the Vienna Philharmonic are on cracking form.
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