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)
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