Candide

This production of Leonard Bernstein's operetta "Candide" follows the optimistic young man as he endures a series of wildly improbable and unfortunate events. Despite being expelled from his idyllic childhood home and facing constant hardship, Candide struggles to maintain his naive belief that this is the 'best of all possible worlds'. His journey takes him across continents and through numerous satirical situations, encountering various philosophical ideas and characters along the way.

The 2007 recording of Bernstein's Candide, performed by the Opéra de Lyon, was generally well-received for its vibrant musical interpretation and the clarity of its satirical message. Critics often praised the energy and precision of the ensemble, as well as the vocal performances, highlighting the challenging nature of the score and the success of the production in capturing its wit and complexity.

• Praised for its energetic and musically adept rendition of Bernstein's complex score.

• Commended for its clarity in conveying the operetta's satirical and philosophical themes.

• Recognized for strong vocal performances that navigate the demanding vocal lines effectively.

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The original 1956 Broadway production of Candide was only a modest success, but the operetta has since been revised multiple times and is now considered one of Bernstein's most significant theatrical works.