MANON
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Manon is one of the most popular French operas pf all time. The story revolves around the tragic love story of Manon Lescaut and Chevalier Des Grieux. Composer Jules Massenet, Librettists Henri Meilhac, Philippe Gille Musical director and conductor Lauri Sirp Directed by Marko Matvere Artist Maarja Meeru Cast: Alla Popova, Oliver Kuusik (Estonia National Opera), Atlan Karp, Taisto Noor, Märt Jakobson, Taavi Tampuu, Mati Kõrts, Karmen Puis, Valentina Kremen, Merle Jalakas, Jaan Willem Sibul The premiere took place in 1884 in the Opera Comique in Paris. The opera achieved immediate success and was in the repertoire of Opera Comique until 1959. Massenet's Manon is one of the most popular French operas of all time. The story revolves around the tragic love story of Manon Lescaut and Chevalier Des Grieux. The opera is a superb example of the music and culture of the belle epoque in Paris. The opera is in three acts. In French with Estonian titles. Premiere on 9 April 2009 in the Vanemuine Theatre's small house.
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