Opera in One Act.
Music and libretto by Gian Carlo Menotti.
Historic 1955 Telecast staged by the composer and conducted by Thomas Schippers. Amahl and the Night Visitors was the first opera commissioned for television and, in the 50's, became a annual Christmas television tradition. Sung in English, tailored for children, about 45 min. in length, this is a perfect intro to opera.
Black & white, clearly sung, with the 1 hour TV spot completed by the Columbus Boy choir. DVD.