The Beggar's Opera

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Summaries

A historical adaptation of John Gay's 18th Century ballad opera, exuberantly performed for BBC television. With its story of a condemned highwayman, it brings to life the greed, lust and corruption of low-life London.

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Keywords
  • opera
  • based on stage musical
  • ballad opera
Genres
  • Crime
  • Musical
Release date Jun 5, 2006
Countries of origin United Kingdom
Language English
Production companies British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Nederlandse Omroepstichting (NOS) RM Arts

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Tech specs

Runtime 2h 15m
Color Color
Sound mix Mono
Aspect ratio 1.33 : 1

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