Opera on 3 - Prokofiev's War and Peace

Prokofiev's War and Peace Prokofiev's adaptation of Tolstoy's monumental novel captures its sweeping world view as well as its insights into individuals. The 13 scenes depict a 'peace' story about the loves of the young Natasha set against the 'war' of the ill-fated Napoleonic invasion of Russia of 1812. Musically there are wonderful choruses, waltzes, and a mixture of intimate duets and massive battle scenes. The dynamic Valery Gergiev conducts a predominantly Russian cast. Presented from New York by Margaret Juntwait, including behind-the scenes features and the popular Met Quiz, hosted by soprano Martina Arroyo. Natasha Rostova ...... Marina Poplovskaya (soprano) Sonya ...... Ekaterina Semenchuk (mezzo-soprano) Mme Akhrosimova ...... Larisa Shevchenko (soprano) Pierre Bezukhov ...... Kim Begley (tenor) Prince Andrey Bolkonsky ...... Alexej Markov (baritone) Napoleon ...... Vassily Gerello (baritone) Field-Marshal Kutuzov ...... Samuel Ramey (bass) Orchestra and Chorus of the New York Metropolitan Opera Valery Gergiev (conductor).