Rossini Zelmira (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film
Released in 2009, Rossini Zelmira is a notable film directed by Giorgio Barberio Corsetti, running about 111 minutes. “Decent sound for this rarely performed opera” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Juan Diego Florez stars in the only available DVD version of Zelmira, filmed at the celebrated Rossini Festival in the composer s home town of Pesaro. The final opera Rossini wrote for Naples is a dramatic and musical tour de force and a magnificent showcase for the bel canto superstar of our time. Recorded in high definition at the 2009 Festival, Giorgio Barberio Corsettis production places the classical tale, set during the Trojan Wars, in modern times and modern dress Joining Juan Diego Florez are a major international cast, described as near miraculous by Opera Today and led by American mezzo-soprano Kate Aldrich in the virtuosic title role But the evening remained another distinguished triumph for Juan Diego Florez as Prince Ilo, whose arrival in his homeland, to rescue Zelmira, was marked by a dazzling tenorial display which evoked a nearly twenty-minute ovation
Who’s in it. Rossini Zelmira stars Juan Diego Flórez as Prince Ilo, Kate Aldrich as Zelmira, Gregory Kunde as Antenore and Marianna Pizzolato as Emma, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rossini Zelmira page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rossini Zelmira (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rossini Zelmira change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Rossini Zelmira?
- Rossini Zelmira stars Juan Diego Flórez, Kate Aldrich, Gregory Kunde, Marianna Pizzolato and Mirco Palazzi.
- When was Rossini Zelmira released?
- Rossini Zelmira was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.