Thaïs - Jules Massenet
Information about the opera Thaïs by Jules Massenet, and the best recordings available on CD or DVD, or for download.
Recommended recordings on CD
Abel/Fleming/Hampson (Decca 466 766-2)
With excellent sound an a superb cast this recent recording is the clear first choice.
Bordeaux Grand-Theatre Chorus, Bordeaux Aquitaine Orchestra, conducted by Yves Abel, 1997-98.
Cast: Renée Fleming (Thaïs), Thomas Hampson (Athanaël), Giuseppe Sabbatini (Nicias), Estefano Palatchi (Palémon).
Decca 466 766-2
Recommended recordings on DVD
Viotti/Mei/Pertusi (Dynamic 33427)
A stunning Thaïs for the screen; a moving production and excellent singing.
Venice Teatro la Fenice Orchestra, Venice Teatro la Fenice Chorus, conducted by Marcello Viotti, 2002.
Cast: Eva Mei (Thaïs), Michele Pertusi (Athanaël), William Joyner (Nicias), Christophe Fel (Palémon).
Dynamic 33427
Also included in the boxed set:
Teatro La Fenice Opera Collection