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The Metropolitan Opera: The Tempest (2012)

10.020122h 22mEN
Music

Directed by Robert Lepage

Rating

10.0/10

Runtime

2h 22m

Language

EN

Release

November 9, 2012

Director

Robert Lepage

Official Trailer

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Overview

Composer Thomas Adès conducts the Met premiere of his powerful opera based on Shakespeare’s last play, in Robert Lepage’s brilliantly inventive production. Simon Keenlyside is the magician Prospero, who conjures the storm that shipwrecks his enemies and sets in motion the course of events. Rising Me...

Cast

Simon Keenlyside

Simon Keenlyside

Prospero

Isabel Leonard

Isabel Leonard

Miranda

Audrey Luna

Audrey Luna

Ariel

Alan Oke

Alan Oke

Caliban

Alek Shrader

Alek Shrader

Ferdinand

Kevin Burdette

Kevin Burdette

Stefano

Iestyn Davies

Iestyn Davies

Trinculo

Toby Spence

Toby Spence

Antonio

Christopher Feigum

Christopher Feigum

Sebastian

John del Carlo

John del Carlo

Gonzalo

William Burden

William Burden

Alonso, King of Naples

MET Orchestra

MET Orchestra

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Metropolitan Opera: The Tempest (2012), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Composer Thomas Adès conducts the Met premiere of his powerful opera based on Shakespeare’s last play, in Robert Lepage’s brilliantly inventive production. Simon Keenlyside is the magician Prospero, who conjures the storm that shipwrecks his enemies and sets in motion the course of events. Rising Met stars Isabel Leonard and Alek Shrader are the young lovers, Miranda and Ferdinand, Alan Oke sings the sinister Caliban, and Audrey Luna gives a memorable performance as the sprite Ariel.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Metropolitan Opera: The Tempest. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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