Ensemble Correspondances invites audiences to discover one of the jewels of the English Baroque: Henry Purcell’s The Fairy Queen, a five-act semi-opera inspired by Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. First performed at London’s Dorset Garden Theatre in 1692, Purcell’s creation is a work of extraordinary imagination. To Shakespeare’s already intricate plot, he adds parallel storylines, fantastical characters, some touching, others comic or even mischievous.

The musical dimension of the work is truly magnificent, featuring some of Purcell’s finest arias, including the deeply moving “O let me weep” and the sparkling “Thrice happy lovers”, where the composer’s mastery of counterpoint and theatrical expression reaches its peak. A unique and enchanting musical tapestry, presented by Ensemble Correspondances in a concert version filled with magic, wit and humour.

Semi-opera in five acts with a prologue, based on A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Shakespeare, first performed in London in 1692.

Performed in English with French and English surtitles.

PRESTIGE VIP CATEGORY : Best seats in house, a complimentary glass of champagne is included.

PRESTIGE CATEGORY : Excellent seats, a complimentary glass of champagne is included.

CORPORATE GROUP RATE : for more information, please refer to our page dedicated to works councils and groups.

REDUCED GROUP RATE : available for groups of more than 10 people, excluding corporate offers.

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