Source: Romeo and Juliet
Group: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Premiere: 2011
Place: Taipei
Venue: National Concert Hall [Guojia yinyueting]
Director: Cheng, Chih-Wen
Crew: Du, Dirk Hei (artistic director); Chiu, Chun-Chiang (music director); Chiu, Chun-Chiang (conductor); Shih, Yu Ting (choreographer); Lin, Yu-ling (costume);Kao, Chih-Chien (lighting); Lin, Ting-yu (visual design); Lin, Ting-you (visual design); Liu, Rui-xiang (visual design); Lin, Guo-feng (stage manager); Chen, Qi-an (director's assistant); Lai, De-wen (subtitles); Liu, Ren-hao (photographer); Blueprint Design Consultants (graphic design); Taipei Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (music accompaniment); Wang, Nai-jia (pianist); Chen, Hui-yu (pianist)
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Cast: Zeng, Xin-yu (Story teller); Kuo, Tzu-Chun (Juliet); Huang, Ya-zhong (Romeo); Yin-han (Nurse); Xie, Ming-mou (Friar Laurence); He, Xin-pin (Nedda); Li, Zeng-ming (Silvio); You, Yu-ting (Zhu, Yi); Kong, Siao-Cheng (Werewolf); Hsu, Yu-Chen (Vampire); Chen, Yin-han (Lady); Chen, Pei-jie (Maria); Tsai, Wei-shu (Tony); Wen, Chia-Lin (Nightclub Manager); Yang, Si-qi (Doll); Jian, Hong-wei (crowd member); Xiao, Qing-xu (crowd member); Xie, Meng-zhe (crowd member)
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Language: Mandarin; Cantonese; German; Italian; French; English
Genre: opera
Year of Recording: 2011
Rights: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Romeo and Juliet [Luomiou yu Zhuliye]
FILES  
Introduction; 
video (1); 
production background (8); 
program (1); 
photo (1); 
publicity (1); 
news (3); 
review (1); 
bio (26)
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001-Bilingual Subtitles
002-Bilingual Subtitles
This is a creative, bold and entertaining production, mixing classical music with popular culture. In addition to Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, three other couples enact the tragedy of love and death in various contexts. Elements derive from musicals and movies, as well as from Taiwanese show biz and fine art, furnish the play with stories, colors, and spectacles.
1.
Data Type: video
Title: Romeo & Juliet in Operas Performance Video
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Mandarin
1.
Data Type: production background
Title: About Taipei Philharmonic Foundation for Culture and Education
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: company information
2.
Data Type: production background
Title: About Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: company information
3.
Data Type: production background
Title: About Taipei Philharmonic Youth Orchestra
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: company information
4.
Data Type: production background
Author: Chiu, Chun-Chiang
Title: Conductor's Notes [Zhihui rushishuo]
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: The selection of the arias spans from Roméo et Juliette by C. Gounod in the 19th century to West Side Story by L. Bernstein in the 20th century and closes with R. Wagner's Tristan and Isolde, conveying to the audience the spirit of Romanticism in the 19th century and that of the modern style.
5.
Data Type: production background
Author: Cheng, Chih-Wen
Title: Director's Notes [Daoyan rushishuo]
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: The director puts together varied love stories in this opera, showcasing the topic of love in different contexts by staging each story in distinct performance styles according to its characteristics.
6.
Data Type: production background
Title: Introduction to the Production [Zhizuo jianjie]
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: The introduction includes Romeo & Juliet's synopsis, the production's four stories and the sets.
7.
Data Type: production background
Title: Lyrics in Chinese [Geci fanyi]
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: lyrics
8.
Data Type: production background
Title: Scenes and Arias [Changxu yu qumu]
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: a list of songs in the order of appearance
1.
Data Type: program
Title: Romeo & Juliet in Operas Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: It contains notes from the conductor and director, synopsis, a list of the songs, lyrics, bios of the performers and an introduction of the orchestra.
1.
Data Type: photo
Title: Romeo & Juliet in Operas Performance Photo
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Abstract: 60 photos
1.
Data Type: publicity
Title: Romeo & Juliet in Operas Flyer
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: flyer
1.
Data Type: news
Author: Qiu, Zu-yin
Title: New Version of Romeo and Juliet: Warewolf in Love with Vampire [Xinban Luo Zhu lian langren aishang xixiegui]
Source: China Times [Zhongguo shibao]
Place: Taipei
Date: 2011/6/24
Language: Chinese
Abstract: The production is inspired by various movies and musicals, boldly incoporating different genres and styles.
2.
Data Type: news
Author: Hong, Xiu-ling
Title: Romeo Becomes Warewolf: Taipei Philharmonic's Innovation [Luomiou bian langren Taibei aiyue geju chuangxinyi]
Source: Taiwan Awakening News [Taiwan xingbao]
Place: Taipei
Date: 2011/6/23
Language: Chinese
Abstract: The production is inspired by various movies and musicals, boldly incoporating different genres and styles.
3.
Data Type: news
Author: He, Ding-zhao
Title: Taipei Philharmonic Overturns Shakespearean Classic: Gangster Juliet Speaks Cantonese [Aiyue dianfu Shaweng jingdian heidao Zhuliye hai jiang Guangdonghua]
Source: United Daily News [Lianhe bao]
Place: Taipei
Date: 2011/6/24
Language: Chinese
Abstract: The production is inspired by various movies and musicals, boldly incoporating different genres and styles.
1.
Data Type: review
Author: Zhang, Jimi
Title: Reflections on Romeo and Juliet [Luomiou yu Zhuliye guanhou biji]
Source: MJKC [Mei zhou kanxi julebu]
Date: 2011/7/25
URL: http://mjkc.tw/?p=1380
Language: Chinese
Abstract: The production creatively and boldly combines classical music and popular entertainment, providing the audience with lots of surprises. Although there are some minor problems, the production is highly entertaining and well received.
1.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Chen Hui-yu
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: pianist bio
2.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Chen Pei-jie
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: soprano bio
3.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Chen Qi-an
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: director's assistant bio
4.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Chen Yin-han
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: mezzo-soprano bio
5.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Cheng Chih-Wen
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: playwright-director bio
6.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Chiu Chun-Chiang
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: music director / conductor bio
7.
Data Type: bio
Title: About He Xin-ping
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: actor bio
8.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Hsu Yu-Chen
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: soprano bio
9.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Huang Ya-zhong
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: tenor bio
10.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Jian Hong-wei
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: background actor bio
11.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Kao Chih-Chien
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: lighting designer bio
12.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Kong Siao-Cheng
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: tenor bio
13.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Kuo Tzu-Chun
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: soprano bio
14.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Li Zeng-ming
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: actor bio
15.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Lin Guo-feng
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: stage manager bio
16.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Lin Yu-ling
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: costume designer bio
17.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Shih Yu Tting
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: choreographer bio
18.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Tsai Wei-shu
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: baritone bio
19.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Wang Nai-jia
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: pianist bio
20.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Wen Chia-Lin
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: soprano bio
21.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Xiao Qing-xu
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: background actor bio
22.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Xie Meng-zhe
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: background actor bio
23.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Xie Ming-mou
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: bass bio
24.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Yang Si-qi
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: soprano bio
25.
Data Type: bio
Title: About You Yu-ting
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: soprano bio
26.
Data Type: bio
Title: About Zeng Xin-yu
Source: Romeo & Juliet Performance Program
Place: Taipei
Publisher: Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio [Taibei aiyue gejufang]
Date: 2011/7/7
Language: Chinese
Abstract: actor bio