Fidelio (1979)
Leonore disguises herself as a man, "Fidelio," to infiltrate a prison and rescue her husband, Florestan, unjustly imprisoned by the tyrant Pizarro. Gaining the trust of the jailer, Rocco, and his daughter, Marzelline—who unknowingly falls for Fidelio—Leonore’s courage is tested when Pizarro orders Florestan’s execution. In a climactic moment, she reveals her identity and saves Florestan just as the king’s minister arrives, restoring justice. The opera celebrates themes of love, sacrifice, and freedom.
Top Cast
Gundula Janowitz
Leonore (Fidelio)
Jon Vickers
Florestan
Theo Adam
Don Pizarro
William Wildermann
Rocco
Stella Richmond
Marzelline
Misha Raitzine
Jaquino
Jean-Louis Soumagnas
Don Fernando
Zubin Mehta
Self - Conductor
FAQ about Fidelio
What is Fidelio about?
Leonore disguises herself as a man, "Fidelio," to infiltrate a prison and rescue her husband, Florestan, unjustly imprisoned by the tyrant Pizarro. Gaining the trust of the jailer, Rocco, and his daughter, Marzelline—who unknowingly falls for Fidelio—Leonore’s courage is tested…
When was Fidelio released?
Fidelio was released in 1979.
What genres does Fidelio belong to?
Fidelio is categorised as Music.
Who stars in Fidelio?
The cast of Fidelio includes Gundula Janowitz, Jon Vickers, Theo Adam, William Wildermann, Stella Richmond.