Massenet: Werther

Name: Massenet: Werther
Director: Benoît Jacquot
Genre: Drama
Released: 2016-06-27
Duration: 130 min
Cast: Vittorio Grigolo, Joyce DiDonato, David Bizic, Heather Engebretson, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House

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2016 · 130 min · Drama

Overview

Werther loves Charlotte, but she promised her mother on her deathbed that she would marry Albert. After the marriage Charlotte suggests that Werther should travel – but not forget her. Benoît Jacquot’s production of Massenet’s tragic opera explores the conflict between duty and our most passionate desires.

Directed by Benoît Jacquot

Cast

Vittorio Grigolo — Werther
Joyce DiDonato — Charlotte
David Bizic — Albert
Heather Engebretson — Sophie
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House