The Metropolitan Opera: Iphigénie en Tauride

Directed by Stephen Wadsworth, this opera brings to life the gripping tale of Oreste, who is haunted by the Furies after killing his mother. Shipwrecked on the island of Tauride, he and his companion Pylade face the threat of sacrifice at the hands of King Thoas. The story centers on Iphigénie, Oreste’s long-lost sister, who unwittingly holds the fate of the captives in her hands.

The production features a cast that includes renowned performers such as Susan Graham and Plácido Domingo, among others. Their performances contribute to the atmosphere of this dramatic opera, performed in a celebrated adaptation of the 1779 Paris version edited by Gerhard Croll. Collectors of opera and theatrical performances may find this rendition an interesting piece for its artistic interpretation and the quality of its cast.