The Metropolitan Opera: Otello (2012)

A Riveting Performance all Around

In Verdi’s retelling of Shakespeare’s towering tragedy, Renée Fleming gives a captivating performance as the innocent Desdemona, a role long considered one of her calling cards. Johan Botha as the title hero delivers an imposing portrayal of a proud warrior brought down by jealousy, and Falk Struckmann is thrilling as the villainous Iago. James Morris sings Lodovico. Elijah Moshinsky’s production is conducted by Semyon Bychkov.

Genres: Music

Stars: Johan Botha, Renée Fleming, Falk Struckmann, Michael Fabiano, James Morris

Release Date: 2012-10-27

Country: United States of America

Ratings: 0 / 10 (0 votes)

Runtime: 157 mins