H156 Opera La Traviata Stefania Bonfadelli Runtime: 2 hours 19 minutes Subtitles: Italian, Japanese Number of Discs: 2 Directed by Franco Zeffirelli Cast: Arturo Toscanini Foundation Chorus, Piper (Scott), Bonfadelli (Stefania) Conductor: Placido Domingo Live recording at the Teatro Giuseppe Verdi (Busseto) in February 2002 [Performed in Italian] ★★ Quoted from an article on the web Stefania Bonfadelli as Violetta is similar to Teresa Stratas and physically perfect for the role. Bonfadelli's appearance is noteworthy, but her singing is also good. Although her voice is somewhat dark, it is stable up to the high notes. Speaking of Zeffirelli's production of "La Traviata," the 1982 film version is still known as a masterpiece of immense popularity, but this disc was recorded live in 2002. Regarding the basic concept of the stage production, there are many similarities to the film version, but even on the relatively compact stage of the Teatro Giuseppe Verdi, it creates a unique and beautiful scene that is not inferior to the gorgeous sets of the film version, which is a testament to Zeffirelli's skill. Also, the fact that Domingo, who played Alfredo in the film version, is now conducting and giving a beautiful performance is a very interesting point. Bonfadelli, who sings the lead role, is the perfect person for this role, along with Stratas in the film version, with her subtle acting, delicate and emotionally rich singing, and beautiful, seemingly unfortunate appearance. Bruson, who plays the father, gives a performance full of dignity and a touch of melancholy, making him the most ideal father in "La Traviata" that I have seen so far. One drawback is Piper, who plays Alfredo. Although he has a beautiful and powerful voice, he lacks the necessary delicacy and purity for this role, and I wonder if his hairstyle and beard could not have been made more appropriate with makeup? However, it is undoubtedly a wonderfully beautiful and enjoyable stage overall. And in the third act, I couldn't help but cry. There is a negative evaluation of Piper, who plays Alfredo.