Kurt Weill: Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) A Legendary German Musical Play CDProduct InformationUPC:4006408600589Catalog Number:60 058-1Product Type:Music CD (Musical Theatre / Opera)Composer:Kurt Weill (19001950)Title:Die Dreigroschenoper / The Threepenny Opera / LOpra de QuatsousPerformers:Walter Raffeiner (Macheath), Ulrike Steinsky (Polly Peachum), Peter Nikolaus Kante (Peachum), Jane Henschel (Frau Peachum), Gabriele Ramm (Spelunken-Jenny), Rolf Wollrad (Brown), Jolanta Teresa Kuznik (Lucy), Reinhard Firchow (Ausrufer)Ensemble:Hndel Collegium Kln (prepared by Dieter Gutknecht), The Knig EnsembleConductor:Jan Latham-KnigLabel:CapriccioFormat:Digital Recording (DDD)Release Year:1997Language:German (with English and French title translations)OverviewKurt WeillsDie Dreigroschenoper(The Threepenny Opera), based on John GaysThe Beggars Operaand adapted by Bertolt Brecht with translation by Elisabeth Hauptmann, is a seminal work of 20th-century musical theatre. This Capriccio release presents a digitally recorded performance by The Knig Ensemble and the Hndel Collegium Kln under the direction of Jan Latham-Knig.The recording includes all three acts of this darkly satirical musical play, featuring iconic songs such as Moritat von Mackie Messer (Mack the Knife), Seeruber-Jenny, and Ballade von der sexuellen Hrigkeit. This edition captures the drama, irony, and revolutionary spirit of Brecht and Weills masterpiece, with a stellar cast delivering compelling vocal performances.Product FeaturesFormat:Audio CD, Digital Recording (DDD)Length:Full three-act performanceCast Highlights:Ensemble:Hndel Collegium Kln, The Knig EnsembleWalter Raffeiner as MacheathUlrike Steinsky as Polly PeachumPeter Nikolaus Kante as PeachumJane Henschel as Frau PeachumConductor:Jan Latham-KnigLabel:Capriccio, a Delta Music GmbH product, GermanyPackaging:Standard jewel case with libretto and notes in GermanSelected Musical NumbersOvertureMoritat von Mackie Messer (Mack the Knife)MorgenchoralSeeruber-JennyKanonen-SongBallade von der sexuellen HrigkeitEifersuchts-DuettArie der LucyVarious Dreigroschen-Finale scenesInteresting FactsThe Threepenny Operawas revolutionary for its time, combining sharp social critique with memorable music that has influenced theatre and popular culture worldwide.Bertolt Brechts German adaptation introduced a new political dimension, blending drama and song in a way that challenged audiences perceptions.The song Mack the Knife has become a jazz and pop standard, recorded by numerous artists beyond the opera stage.This recording is noted for its clear diction, dramatic intensity, and authentic interpretation by a seasoned ensemble and conductor Jan Latham-Knig.The collaboration with Westdeutscher Rundfunk Kln (WDR) highlights the productions high artistic standards.PublishersCapriccio, a Delta Music GmbH product, Frechen, Germany. Produced in cooperation with Westdeutscher Rundfunk Kln.We value your feedback! Share your experience with this product to help others make informed decisions. Your review is important to us!Hashtags#KurtWeill #ThreepennyOpera #DieDreigroschenoper #BertoltBrecht #JanLathamKnig #CapriccioLabel #MusicalTheatre #GermanOpera #MackTheKnife #TheKnigEnsemble #ClassicalOpera #WDR