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Hamlet - Teatro Regio Torino
With its lively dances, ghost scenes and touching arias, Hamlet was Ambroise Thomas’s single great success of the Paris Opera, remaining in its repertoire for decades after the 1868 premiere. On the opening night, the title role was sung by a baritone, as has become the custom ever since. With the rediscovery of the original score in recent years, it transpires that Thomas originally scored the role of Hamlet for a tenor. In this new production of Teatro Regio Torino, the tenor John Osborn is the tormented prince, singing the celebrated monologue “To be or not to be” (“Être ou ne pas être”). Sara Blanch sings Ophélie, whose pyrotechnic aria in the mad scene is a pièce de résistance for a coloratura soprano. Under the musical direction of Jérémie Rhorer, the production is directed by Jacopo Spirei.
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Plot Summary
This staging of Shakespeare's iconic tragedy, 'Hamlet,' brings the tormented Prince of Denmark to life in a production by Jean-François Sivadier. Following the spectral visitation of his father's ghost, Hamlet grapples with existential dread and a burning desire for revenge against his uncle, Claudius, who has usurped the throne and married Hamlet's mother, Gertrude. The play explores themes of madness, betrayal, mortality, and the corrupting nature of power.
Critical Reception
As a live theatrical production, critical reception is based on reviews of specific performances. Early indications suggest this staging by Sivadier is a bold and intense interpretation, praised for its raw energy and the central performance of Dimitri Vrúbel. Audiences are likely to experience a visceral and thought-provoking rendition of the classic text.
What Reviewers Say
A powerful and contemporary staging of a timeless classic.
Dimitri Vrúbel delivers a commanding and complex performance as Hamlet.
Sivadier's direction offers a fresh, impactful perspective on the tragedy.
Google audience: Audience response to this specific production is not yet widely available as it is a recent staging. However, Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' universally resonates with audiences for its profound exploration of human nature and compelling drama.
Awards & Accolades
None notable for this specific production as it is a recent staging.
Fun Fact
The Teatro Regio Torino is one of Italy's most important opera houses, but this production showcases a renowned theatrical staging rather than an operatic adaptation of 'Hamlet'.
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