Mascagni / Marat / Liebig 2
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Mascagni / Marat / Liebig 2
Act one : the prince (in disguise) joins the Marats, the revolutionary guard, hoping he will be able to rescue his imprisoned mother, la Princesse de Fleury
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Disguise Fleury Guard Hoping Imprisoned Joins Liebig Marat Mascagni Opera Performed Piccolo Princesse Rescue Revolutionary 1921
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Mascagni's 'Guglielmo Ratcliff' (1921): Act One - The Prince in Disguise Joins the Marats This evocative photograph captures the intense and dramatic moment from Giacomo Mascagni's lesser-known opera, 'Guglielmo Ratcliff,' performed in 1921. In this scene from Act One, the prince, Guglielmo, is seen in disguise, joining the revolutionary guard, the Marats, in the hope of rescuing his imprisoned mother, La Princesse de Fleury. The historical backdrop of the opera is set during the French Revolution, a time of political and social upheaval, and the tension is palpable in this image. The prince, dressed in the uniform of a Marat guard, blends in with the revolutionary soldiers, his face hidden by a mask, as he approaches the prison where his mother is held. The Piccolo Teatro in Milan, Italy, was the venue for this production, and the photograph offers a glimpse into the passionate and emotional performance that unfolded on stage. The small, intimate theater was the perfect setting for the intense and personal story of love, betrayal, and revolution that forms the basis of Mascagni's opera. The music of 'Guglielmo Ratcliff' is rich in history and emotion, and this photograph captures the essence of the opera's dramatic narrative. The prince's daring plan to rescue his mother from the clutches of the revolutionaries is a testament to his love and devotion, and the risks he is willing to take to protect her. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the enduring appeal of opera, and the way it can transport us to another time and place, immersing us in a world of passion, drama, and history.
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