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10) Die Walküre
Series
Language
Deutsch
Description
The second opera in Wagner's Ring cycle, in which twins Siegmund and Sieglinde fall in love and are helped by the Valkyrie Brünnhilde.
Language
Deutsch
Description
Among Wagner's mature operas, this is the only comedy. It is based on a true story of the guild of Meistersingers (Master singers). The town goldsmith announces that the winner of the Midsummer's Day song contest will win his daughter, but must also be or become a Mastersinger. The cobbler Hans Sachs (an actual historical figure) helps Walther compose a Mastersong with which to defeat his rival Beckmesser and win Eva.
12) Das Rheingold
Series
Language
Deutsch
Description
The first opera in Wagner's Ring cycle, in which the Rhinegold is stolen and made into a ring by the dwarf Alberich, who later curses it when it is taken from him.
14) Otello
Author
Language
Italiano
Formats
Description
The Met's production of Verdi's Otello from 1995, with Placido Domingo in one of his greatest roles opposite the stunning Renee Fleming in her first breakaway Met success.
15) Siegfried
Series
Language
Deutsch
Description
The third opera in Wagner's Ring cycle, in which the fearless hero Siegfried makes his entrance.