At times, the production looks like a stage play being taped for television.
For one, the production looks a lot better.
The Met's production of the original tenor version, from 1971, looks a bit faded.
This production looked sometimes too serious and sometimes not serious enough.
The entire production looked fussy; the dancers took care to make every step clear.
This production looked lovely with its high windows and pale curtains.
Problems become noticeable because the upper class is looking to get the most production possible for the least amount of money.
The production is from 1985 but looks more tired than that.
It is a safe bet that the production will look better at later performances.
The production as a whole looked weary beyond its years.
