Enzian has partnered with Emerging Pictures for a third year to present the best in filmed high definition opera from around the globe. Showcased on the big screen with English subtitles in digital cinema exclusively in Central Florida, Enzian’s Opera on Film summer line up begins Saturday, July 3. Moviegoers will be able to enjoy productions starring opera’s most internationally recognized and renowned performers including Placido Domingo (SIMON BOCCANEGRA) and Juan Diego Florez (I PURITANI).
All screenings begin at 12 p.m. (noon) and include Bizet’s CARMEN, Verdi’s SIMON BOCCANEGRA, LA TRAVIATA, and AIDA as well as Bellini’s I PURITANI. These productions were filmed at various prestigious international venues including La Scala, the Teatro Comunale di Bologna, and the Bregenz Festival - which features a spectacular AIDA production filmed outdoors on a floating stage.
“At a time when the arts community is at a loss for a major venue for the opera, we’re excited to provide Central Florida with a summer long showcase of renowned performances on the big screen,” said Enzian President Henry Maldonado. “From those brand new to the opera experience to the seasoned aficionado, these incredible productions will keep film lovers and cultural supporters entertained and enthralled throughout the season.
Season passes are $85 and holders can now reserve a table for all opera performances. Individual tickets are $20 or $17.50 for members of the Enzian Film Society. Tickets can be purchased online at Enzian.org, at the Enzian Box Office, or by calling (407) 629-1088.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULEABOUT THE DIGITAL EXPERIENCE: Emerging Pictures’ exclusive digital cinema Opera Series offers productions from a selection of world renowned venues. Since December 2007, Emerging Pictures—in an exclusive collaboration with RAI Trade and the City of Milan—has been bringing operas to digital cinemas. The operas were recorded live in gorgeous High Definition format with Dolby Digital surround sound.
CARMEN by Georges Bizet
July 3 at 12 p.m.
SIMON BOCCANEGRA by Giuseppe Verdi
July 17 at 12 p.m.
LA TRAVIATA by Giuseppe Verdi
August 8 at 12 p.m.
I PURITANI by Vincenzo Bellini
August 21 at 12 p.m.
AIDA by Giuseppe Verdi
September 4 at 12 p.m.