L'Elisir d'Amore 1991
"The True Elixir of Love Is in the Music, Not the Bottle"
Overview
John Copley’s colorful production, with designs by Beni Montresor, was created around the beloved superstar Luciano Pavarotti. As the simple, good-hearted Nemorino, he enchanted audiences with his larger-than-life personality as well as his golden voice. Enzo Dara as the quack Dr. Dulcamara provides the elixir of the title that helps Nemorino win the heart of Adina, the girl of his dreams, sung with youthful energy by Kathleen Battle.
Director: John Copley
Cast
Kathleen Battle
Adina
Luciano Pavarotti
Nemorino
Juan Pons
Belcore
Enzo Dara
Dr. Dulcamara
Korliss Uecker
Giannetta
James Levine
Self - Conductor
MET Orchestra