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| Composer | Halévy, Fromental (1799-1862) |
| Period | Romantic |
| Work type | Opera / Oratorio |
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La Juive makes a belated Australian debut
187 years after its Parisian debut, Halévy's La Juive receives its Australian premiere. A sterling cast under Carlo Montanaro reveals some unexpected beauties (and occasional longueurs) in this classic of French grand opéra.
Mob mentality: a powerful La Juive at Opera Vlaanderen
Peter Konwitschny's production strips away much of the religious symbolism, presenting the difference between Jews and Christians as little more than the dyed colour of their hands.
La Juive at Wiener Staatsoper
Those who are able would be wise to scare up a ticket for Shicoff’s swansong – it would be a shame to miss an historic performance.
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