Ariadne Auf Naxos

This production of Richard Strauss' chamber opera is conducted by Christian Thielemann and features the Staatskapelle Dresden. The narrative revolves around a wealthy Viennese man's decision to stage a comedy and a serious opera simultaneously, leading to tension between the two forms of entertainment.

Filmed live at the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden on February 25, 2012, this performance showcases Renée Fleming in her debut role as Ariadne, alongside key Strauss interpreters Sophie Koch and René Kollo. The direction by Brian Large captures the intricacies of the opera's plot and musicality, making it a significant rendition of Strauss' work.

For collectors of opera and music films, this release represents a notable collaboration of prominent artists in the opera scene and an engaging interpretation of Strauss' chamber opera, recorded in a prestigious venue.