Ma belle opérette !

Behind the scenes at the Monument-National in Montreal, Lionel Daunais and Charles Goulet, the founding directors of the ‘’Variétés Lyriques’’, are deep in discussion about their upcoming season. Should they present the beloved, classic operettas of Offenbach? Or would it be better to program more recent works by Romberg or Yvain? And how can they best showcase their two star singers—Olivette Thibault, the lead comedienne, and Caro Lamoureux, the principal lyric soprano—who are both demanding roles worthy of their talents!?

Between a playful chorus or a passionate serenade, a wild Charleston or a feverish waltz, a colorful parade of characters takes the stage, and a rich repertoire unfolds—spanning a century and crossing multiple countries! In this original production blending historical figures and locations with a fictional storyline, Jeunesses Musicales Canada offers a sparkling evening of lyrical delight!


ARTISTS

Soprano: Natasha Henry, Caro Lamoureux and Germaine Roger
Mezzo-soprano: Natacha DemersOlivette Thibault and Hector Hamel
Tenor: Emmanuel Raymond, Lionel Daunais
Baritone: Andoni IturririaCharles Goulet
Pianist: Vinicius Costa

Scenario : Pascal Blanchet
Director : Thomas Lussier
Musical Director : Esther Gonthier

 
THE REPERTOIRE AT A GLANCE *
 
Henri CHRISTINÉ (1867-1941)
“Bien chapeautée” from Phi-Phi
 
 
Louis VARNEY (1845-1908)
“Gris, suis-je gris vraiment ?” from Les Mousquetaires au couvent 
 
 
Audio files recorded by Cécile Muhire (soprano), Pierre Rancourt (baritone) and Esther Gonthier (piano). Recording and editing by Pierre Léger.

* JMC reserves the right to modify the repertoire without prior notice.

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