"Rossini is the musician of eating and love. He composes music rich in herbs and aromas, in which you find olives, tomatoes, fish, grapes, roses and rosemary, sheets and tablecloths, dry wine and the laughter of girls." Da... more »rio Fo, director of Il Barbiere di Siviglia Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville): With director Dario Fo's inventive staging, Rossini's beloved comic opera performed by the Netherlands Opera spins a web of enchantment. There is always something to amuse the eyes as well as the ears in this unconventional, delightfully theatrical production. La Cerentola: Rossini's sparkling version of the Cinderella story featuring the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra comes live from the Salzburg Festival. Ann Murray and Francisco Araiza star as Cinderella and the Prince in this energetic, satirical production. Semiramide: Filmed at New York's Metropolitan Opera, John Copley's production of Rossini's greatest dramatic opera brings together what many consider to be the definitive contemporary cast, led by Marilyn Horne and June Anderson.« less