Credits:

Hartmut Haenchen

Description:

You cant talk about *Parsifal* today without seeing this!A beautiful yet powerful *Parsifal* by Castellucci, the director making waves in the contemporary theater world!!Wagners *Parsifal*, which caused a huge sensation when it was staged at the Thtre Monnet in January and February 2011, is now available on video. This marks the first time that Italian director Romeo Castellucciwho has carved out a unique niche in theater with his innovative and compelling stage designshas taken on the direction of a full-scale opera. This is, without a doubt, a *Parsifal* unlike any youve ever seen before. Ill avoid spoilers, but as shown on the cover photo, while Act I takes place in a deep, dark forest, Act II unfolds in a mysterious world set against a pure white stage. This creates an incredibly powerful experience, and the way it seems to be deeply intertwined with the music of *Parsifal* truly brings