A recording of the production at the Chatelet in Paris, a combined effort of the Kirov Opera and Théâtre du Châtelet
Had me googling to remind myself of the history I "studied" years ago. This one-act opera was written to celebrate the coronation of Charles X of France in 1824. The monarchy was briefly restored after the Revolutionary years, and Napoleon.
Some very entertaining singing and acting - particularly the Contessa de Folleville (great name) in her extravagant costumes. No wonder we could hardly follow the plot, though - there isn't much of one - a crowd of European aristos trying to get to Reims for the coronation, and the problems they have.
(I may add more later.)
Friday, November 11, 2011
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