Tosca, starring Anna Netrebko - Introduction by Kelsey Grammer
Opera
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2h 6m
Vienna State Opera's stunning production of Puccini's masterpiece stars soprano Anna Netrbeko in the title role marking her company role debut, which premiered exclusively in North America on Stage Access. The appeal of Margarethe Wallmann's production has stood the test of time since 1958 with this 2020 production also featuring Yusif Eyvazov as Cavaradossi, Wolfgang Koch as Scarpia, costume design by Nicola Benois, and musical direction by Bertrand de Billy. Stage Access Host Kelsey Grammer provides an exclusive introduction.
Composer: Giacomo Puccini
Conductor: Bertrand de Billy
Venue: Vienna State Opera
Cast/Soloist: Anna Netrebko, Yusif Eyvazov, Wolfgang Koch
Genre: Opera
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