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Operetta by Hungarian composer Imre Kalman
Directed by Prof. Rumen Neykov
Conductor Vladimir Boshnakov
Scenography Todor Demerov
Costumes Antonia Popova
Choreography Penka Dimitrova,Bilyana Cholakova
Choir conductor Mladen Stanev
Chandor Boris - Milko Mikhailov
Princess Rosemary - Yanitsa Nesheva
Benjamin Lloyd - Alexander Marulev
Mary /The Duchess/ - Elena Petrova
James Jacques Bondi - Ivan Kabamitov
Count Boyatzovich - Ignat Zhelev
Marquis Perolin - Peter Yankulov
Mary's governess - Nina Dimitrova
Erika - Prolet Pencheva
Primash - Rumen Kakamakov
Bobby /saxophonist/ - Alexander Zhelev
The work is the third premiere for Bulgaria and the first time it is performed outside the capital. Unlike Imre Kalmen's other hit titles, The Duchess of Chicago confronts the performers with much more difficult vocal tasks. The subject matter is relevant today - the invasion of American music and dance into Europe, and the clash between the two cultures. The other main leitmotif in the action, is the dramatic choice between money or love. "Lavish sets, interesting lighting, exquisite ballet, and a symphony orchestra are all part of the beautiful spectacle the audience encounters.
Running time: 2 hours and 20 minutes with 1 intermission
Performed in English
Premiere: 7.02 2019
