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Elixir of Love

Elixir of Love

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📜 Overview: The incomparable Luciano Pavarotti at his most eloquent brings Donizetti’s Nemorino to live as only he can, combining vocal fireworks, personal charisma, and charm. The enchanting production by Nathaniel Merrill, with designs by Robert O’Hearn, is the perfect setting for Nemorino’s quest to win the heart of beautiful Adina, sung by the sparkling Judith Blegen. Brent Ellis as Belcore and Sesto Bruscantini as Dr. Dulcamara round out the all-star cast. Nicola Rescigno conducts.
🌏 Languages Available: Italian
📆 Date Released: 1981-03-02
⌚ Running Time: 131 mins
⭐ Vote Average: 7.0

Beloved Cast

Luciano Pavarotti original image
Nemorino
Luciano Pavarotti
Judith Blegen original image
Adina
Judith Blegen
Brent Ellis original image
Belcore
Brent Ellis
Sesto Bruscantini original image
Dulcamara
Sesto Bruscantini
Louise Wohlafka original image
Gianetta
Louise Wohlafka
Nicola Rescigno original image
Conductor
Nicola Rescigno

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