Storyline
Franco Zeffirelli directs these two legendary La Scala productions telling tragic tales of jealousy. Mascagni's Cavalleria Rusticana features performances by Elena Obraztsova, Plácido Domingo, and Renato Bruson. Leoncavallo's I Pagliacci stars Teresa Stratas, Plácido Domingo, and Juan Pons. Both are conducted by George Pretre. This production of Pagliacci earned director Franco Zeffirelli the coveted Emmy as Best Director in the category of Classical Music Programming.
Cast & Crew
Plácido Domingo
Turiddu
Lead
Yelena Obraztsova
Santuzza
FB
Fedora Barbieri
Lucia
Renato Bruson
Alfio
Axelle Gall
Lola
Teresa Stratas
Nedda
Juan Pons
Tonio
Georges Prêtre
Self - Conductor
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Franco Zeffirelli's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Cavalleria rusticana is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
