A series of plays and operas have been written to mark this historical event. In Handel’s opera, although Tamerlano is already engaged to the Princess von Trapezunt, he falls in love with Bajazet’s daughter. She, however, is fond of the Greek Prince Andronico. The story, which takes place in Prusa, the capital of Bithynia, begins directly after Bajazet and Asteria have been captured.

An Opera in Three Acts
Libretto by Agostino Piovene
THE ENGLISH CONCERT
Conducted by Trevor Pinnock
Featuring Monica Bacelli, Thomas Randle, Graham Pushee and Anna Bonitatibus

Region: 1
Running Time: 323 minutes
Picture Format: NTSC
Color: Color