Tosca (2011): Cast & Plot
Tosca is a 2011 music drama directed by Jonathan Haswell and Jonathan Kent, starring Angela Gheorghiu as Floria Tosca, Antonio Pappano and Jonas Kaufmann. It runs 2 hours 8 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 8m (128 min)
- Directors
- Jonathan Haswell and Jonathan Kent
- Original language
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Italian - Studio
- Royal Opera House
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Tosca About?
The premise of Tosca without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
2011 Royal Opera House staging of Puccini’s Tosca, conducted by music director Antonio Pappano with the Royal Opera Chorus and Orchestra. The principal cast features Angela Gheorghiu as Tosca, Jonas Kaufmann as Cavaradossi, and Bryn Terfel as Scarpia. Visually, the production contrasts a grand church ceremony, a shadowy study with a hidden torture chamber and the hopeful light of a Roman dawn, heightening Tosca’s love, Cavaradossi’s idealism and Scarpia’s ruthless obsession. Drama, passion and exquisite music.
Tosca Cast & Characters
Angela Gheorghiu leads the cast as Floria Tosca, with Antonio Pappano as Conductor and Jonas Kaufmann as Mario Cavaradossi. Directed by Jonathan Haswell and Jonathan Kent; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Jonathan Haswell
- Co-director Jonathan Kent
- Angela Gheorghiu as Floria Tosca
- Antonio Pappano as Conductor
- Jonas Kaufmann as Mario Cavaradossi
- Bryn Terfel as Baron Scarpia
Also Starring in Tosca
· 7 more- Lukas Jakobski Cesare Angelotti
- Hubert Francis Spoletta - A police agent
- Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
- Jeremy White Sacristan
- John Morrissey Gaoler
- Zhengzhong Zhou Sciarrone - A police officer
- William Payne Shepherd Boy
More from Jonathan Haswell and Jonathan Kent
More films directed by Jonathan Haswell and Jonathan Kent: Long Day’s Journey into Night, National Theatre Live: The Seagull, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (The Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera House).
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Tosca Plot Summary
What happens in Tosca from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In What’s After the Movie, we explore the intricate and tragic story set in Rome during June 1800. The narrative begins with Cesare Angelotti, an escaped political prisoner, who finds refuge in the Church of Sant’Andrea della Valle. Secured by a hidden key his sister had concealed for him, Angelotti hides in his family’s private chapel, trying to evade the police. During this tense moment, the talented painter Mario Cavaradossi arrives to work on a portrait of Mary Magdalene, a piece inspired by Angelotti’s sister, the Marchesa Attavanti, whom Cavaradossi had seen praying in the church. As the story unfolds, Angelotti emerges from his hiding spot, and Cavaradossi recognizes him, promising to help him escape.
Full summary
The whole story of Tosca, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Tosca?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the lover of Mario Cavaradossi?
Tosca Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Puccini: Tosca (Royal Opera House 2011)” and “Puccini · Tosca”.
- Also known as
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- Puccini: Tosca (Royal Opera House 2011)
- Puccini · Tosca
- Tosca - Puccini
- 托斯卡
- Giacomo Puccini - Tosca
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Tosca FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Tosca, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Tosca?
Tosca runs 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).
When was Tosca released?
Tosca was released on July 14, 2011.
Who directed Tosca?
Tosca was directed by Jonathan Haswell and Jonathan Kent.
More films by Jonathan Haswell Who is in the cast of Tosca?
Tosca stars Angela Gheorghiu as Floria Tosca, Antonio Pappano as Conductor and Jonas Kaufmann as Mario Cavaradossi, among 11 credited actors.
Does Tosca have a post-credit scene?
No. Tosca has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Tosca in?
The original language of Tosca is Italian.
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