September 2010
Beginner
376 pages
12h 7m
English
In terms of venues whose international reputation is built primarily on the strength of the artists who have performed there, the Theatre des Champs-Elysees in Paris is a hard act to follow. Though the theater itself is a gorgeous and rare example of Parisian Art Deco, its appearance is often mentioned only as an afterthought, overshadowed by the rich tales of legendary artists, memorable performances, and even a scandal or two.
The Theatre des Champs-Elysees opened in 1913, just as Stravinsky was ready to premiere his new and groundbreaking piece, The Rite ...
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