What does La traviata mean in English?
The Fallen Woman
Literally translating to ‘The Fallen Woman’, La traviata is a tragic tale about Parisian courtesan, Violetta, who attempts to leave the life she knows behind, in an attempt to finally find true love.
What is the story of La traviata?
La traviata tells the story of the tragic love between the courtesan Violetta and the romantic Alfredo Germont. When his father directly appeals to Violetta to relinquish her one chance of happiness, Violetta submits and her act of self-sacrifice leads to her paying the ultimate price.
Who is Annina in La traviata?
Role details:
| Composer: | Giuseppe Verdi |
|---|---|
| Opera: | La Traviata |
| Role Name: | Annina |
| Other names: | Not entered yet. |
| Explanation: | Violetta’s maid |
What’s the best recording of La traviata?
1963 Decca Recording: Joan Sutherland, Carlo Bergonzi, Robert Merrill w/ Sir John Pritchard Conducting.
What is the reason Violetta left Alfredo?
Violetta understands that her status as a courtesan and her relationship with Alfredo could compromise the young girl’s future. Grieved, she decides to give up Alfredo and asks Germont to promise her that after she dies, he will explain to his son the reason why she leaves him now.
Who played Violetta in La Traviata?
Fanny Salvini-Donatelli
Of the primary cast members, only the soprano who played Violetta (Fanny Salvini-Donatelli) was adequate as a singer. Unfortunately, she was 38 years old and overweight.
Is La Traviata good?
Verdi and Piave’s “La Traviata” is easily a “top five opera” on the planet when it comes to performances. It premiered on March 6, 1853 and was based on a play adapted from “La Dame aux Camélias’ by Alexandre Dumas fils. Fortunately, the work recovered and is easily one of the most performed on the planet ever since.
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