Pinchgut Opera – Pleasures of Versailles by Charpentier
Presented by Pinchgut Opera
Details
An evening of sumptuous French Baroque delights.
In 1682, Louis XIV initiated the ‘Fêtes d’appartement’, a series of festivities in the intimate rooms of the Grand Apartments at the Palace of Versailles. What took place was a variety of entertainments for the enjoyment of the king and his favourites. Here, Pinchgut presents theatrical representations of two of these divertissements: ‘tiny operas’ by Charpentier.
An exceptional artistic team, and line up of outstanding soloists are joined by an expert ensemble of instrumentalists to deliver a musical experience for our audiences to relish.
This is a delightful evening of refined decadence and sophisticated pleasures, a perfect moment to celebrate the glorious music of the French Baroque, and the sweet simplicity of life itself.
Please note, to ensure Pinchgut Opera provides the best possible concert experience for their audience and artists, Pleasures of Versailles will perform for one date only, on Thursday 14 September. Ticket holders to the Friday 15 September concert will be contacted directly to arrange transfer to Thursday 14 September, or to receive a refund. Please contact boxoffice@melbournerecital.com.au if you require more information or further assistance.
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Artists
Cathy Di-Zhang soprano
Lauren Lodge-Campbell soprano
Hannah Fraser mezzo
Michael Petruccelli tenor
David Greco bass
Erin Helyard Conductor
Orchestra of the Antipodes
Melanie Liertz Designer
Shannon Burns Movement Director
Veronique Benett Lighting Designer & Designer
Program
Marc-Antoine Charpentier
The Pleasures of Versailles
Venue
Booking Information
Thursday 14 September 2023 7pm
Duration: 1 hour 15 mins (no interval) Please note, running times are approximate and subject to change.
Tickets
Premium $169
A reserve $154 ($146 Concession)
B reserve $131 ($125 Concession)
C reserve $98 ($93 Concession)
D reserve $73 ($69 Concession)
E reserve $62 ($59 Concession)
Under 35
$35
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