La Scala Documentary of Performances

This historic DVD is a fascinating chronicle of great and precious performances shown as part of the history of what is considered to be the world's most famous theatre. Now in its third century, La Scala has been host to the great successes of every major operatic composer. We witness the scenes from its most memorable productions, including excerpts from a 1940s Norma, rehearsals and opening nights, and rare footage of the theatre after the World War II bombing - and its rebuilding. 60 minutes.