Arabella, Op. 79, is a lyric comedy or opera in three acts by Richard Strauss to a German libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal, their sixth and last operatic collaboration.

The opera's dramatic structure frames and enhances the characters. Scenes of magnificence regularly alternate with scenes of darkness and squalor. From sumptuous interiors, we move to a dark street, a lonely inn. The secondary figures are astutely counterpoised: the plotting courtiers against the plotting Sparafucile and Maddalena (also ambiguously tender-hearted). When Rigoletto says "Pari siamo", he could be expressing the motto of the whole work: the beautiful and the ugly can be equally good, equally evil.

Siegfried is a movie adaptation of the opera 'Siegfried' from Richard Wagner's epic cycle 'Der Ring des Nibelungen.' It tells the story of a fearless hero named Siegfried, who embarks on a journey to slay a dragon and discover the secrets of a magical ring.

La Boheme follows the story of a group of struggling artists and their turbulent relationships in 19th-century Paris. Amidst poverty, love, and tragedy, they find solace and inspiration in the world of opera.

An Evening with Puccini is a documentary film that follows the celebrated opera singer Jonas Kaufmann as he performs the works of Giacomo Puccini. The film captures a live concert performance at the iconic La Scala opera house and provides a behind-the-scenes look into Kaufmann's preparations for the show. Through interviews and performances, viewers gain insight into the life and career of one of the greatest voices in opera.

La Bohème is a captivating drama set in 19th century Paris, revolving around the love and hardships of a group of bohemian artists. As their passionate relationships unfold, they face the harsh realities of poverty, disease, and the pursuit of their artistic dreams. This poignant tale explores themes of love, friendship, and sacrifice, leaving a lasting impression on its audience.

In the city of Verona, Italy, a queen must make a difficult decision between love and power. As the queen prepares for a live opera performance, she learns about a massacre that happened in Verona years ago. This knowledge forces her to confront a quiz that will test her loyalty and determine her destiny. Turandot is a tale of sacrifice and the consequences of choosing power over love.

This first-rate 1982 production of Verdi’s Falstaff marked the great 20th century Italian maestro Carlo Maria Giulini's return to opera conducting after more than a decade's absence. Renato Bruson leads a brilliant cast as the lovable fat knight Sir John Falstaff, going toe to toe in a series of hijinks with Katia Ricciarelli (Alice Ford) and Brenda Boozer (Meg Page).

Don Carlo is a grand opera by Giuseppe Verdi. It tells the story of the complex love triangle between Don Carlo, Elisabetta, and Rodrigo, set against the backdrop of the Spanish Inquisition and political intrigue. Filled with passion, deception, and tragic consequences, this opera explores the themes of power, sacrifice, and the struggle for freedom.

This new production of Bellinis Norma by Jürgen Rose (sets, costumes, stage direction, and lighting) to honor Edita Gruberovas first staged assumption of the title role was taped in January and February of 2006 in Munich. It does neither the opera nor the soprano any favors. In most ways, its a pretty gloomy affair.

Tristan und Isolde is a tragic love story that explores the forbidden love between Tristan, a knight, and Isolde, an Irish princess. The opera is set in the medieval period and is renowned for its beautiful music and intense emotions. As Tristan and Isolde struggle with their feelings for each other, they are torn between their love and their loyalty to King Marke.

Inspired by one of the twentieth century's greatest novels, composer Lorin Maazel evokes Orwell's totalitarian nightmare, where "Big Brother" is always watching, and those guilty of "thoughtcrime" are condemned to face their worst fears in the infamous "Room 101". Filmed during world premiere performances of Robert Lepage's spectacular and psychologically gripping Royal Opera production and conducted by the composer, an international cast brings George Orwell's dark vision to shattering operatic life.

Die Meistersinger Von Nürnberg is an opera set in 16th century Nuremberg, Germany. It tells the story of a singing contest organized by the Mastersingers, a guild of amateur poets and musicians. The contest becomes a battleground for love, tradition, and societal norms as a young knight tries to win the heart of a beautiful woman against the traditions set by the Mastersingers. With beautiful music and intricate plotlines, this opera explores the themes of love, art, and the pursuit of dreams.

Ghiaurov, Freni, and Bumbry were great voices in their time, and they are still effective here -- good enough musicians to put over the quite heavy vocal and expressive demands of their roles. Louis Quilico was never quite in that league, and he sounds a bit spread and woofy in places here, but he works hard and effectively to bring Rodrigo to life. Placido Domingo recorded his first Don Carlo, for EMI with Giulini, about 15 years before this production, but he looks and sounds fine here -- in the early 1980's he was doing very good Otellos and Lohengrins too, and Furlanetto, still in his 30's, brings a rich, young voice to an old part and succeeds in making the Grand Inquisitor vocally as well as expressively formidable. Levine brings both weight and energy to the score, and that reading fits well with the overall "traditional" design and production -- the Met's wardrobe budget must have been severely taxed, but everybody looks splendid.

Les Sylphides is a short, non-narrative ballet blanc to piano music by Frédéric Chopin, selected and orchestrated by Alexander Glazunov.

Un ballo in maschera (A Masked Ball) is an 1859 opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi. The text, by Antonio Somma, was based on Eugène Scribe's libretto for Daniel Auber's 1833 five act opera, Gustave III, ou Le bal masqué. The plot concerns the assassination in 1792 of King Gustav III of Sweden who was shot, as the result of a political conspiracy, while attending a masked ball, dying of his wounds thirteen days later.

Wozzeck (1987) is a crime drama film that revolves around the story of a troubled soldier who becomes involved in a series of tragic events. Based on the eponymous opera, it delves into themes of jealousy, madness, and societal oppression. The film portrays the psychological downfall of the protagonist and showcases the devastating consequences of his actions. With powerful performances and a haunting atmosphere, Wozzeck is a gripping portrayal of moral decay and the human psyche.

Follow the romantic endeavors of two sisters as they navigate love and loyalty in this comedic opera at the Zurich Opera House.

Lohengrin is a romantic drama that takes place in Germany. It combines music, fantasy, and romance. The story revolves around a prince and a mysterious swan. As the prince gets involved in a stage performance, he discovers secrets and falls in love. The movie showcases the beauty of Germany and incorporates elements of opera and Wagner's works.