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Poul Ruders (1949-)

Information about the composer Poul Ruders and his operas.

A Danish composer and organist.

Operas:

The Handmaid's Tale

Based on the novel by Margaret Atwood.

Synopsis

The opera portrays a futuristic society in which women are forced to become "handmaids" who are sent to childless families to be impregnated.

Recommended recordings on CD

Schonwandt/Rørholm/Fischer (Da Capo 8 224165-6)

8 224165-6

Recorded live in March 2000 at the opera's premiere at the Royal Danish Opera, an outstanding production.

Royal Danish Chorus, Royal Danish Orchestra, conducted by Michael Schønwandt, 2000.

Cast: Marianne Rørholm (Offred), Hanne Fischer (Double), Poul Elming (Luke), Ulla Kudsk Jensen (Offred's Mother).

Da Capo 8 224165-6