Maria by Callas, the n°1 exhibition of Seine Musicale

Belles Demeures 05 Sep 2017
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In honor of the 40th anniversary of Maria Callas' passing away, this exhibition retraces the sensitive and intimate life of a real star.

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Maria by Callas, l'exposition n°1 de la Seine Musicale, du 16 septembre au 14 décembre 2017
Adulated by opera buffs, Maria Callas was also immortalized by Andy Warhol. © DR
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2017 commemorates the unique talent of the unforgettable Greek opera singer, Maria Callas. Her exceptional voice and her very personal acting literally transformed lyrical art, and homages are multiplying on the leading world stages. Exhibitions, recitals and books will be showcasing the repertoire of this leading tragic actress who became the most famous soprano of all times.

Maria Callas, guest of honor at Seine Musicale

In the auditoriums of Seine Musicale, the life and legend of modern opera will be presented along with unpublished archives. Photos, films, private recording of her concerts, letters, interviews, backstage images of her performances, stage costumes and iconic objets offer a new outlook on the diva who reformulated vocal interpretation while creating the buzz on the social scene.

Maria Calas in la scala of Milano Actress and singer, the performances of the famous diva were always sold out. © FDDMC
Maria Calas Tosca in Paris in 1958 and 1965 Whether in 1958, at Milan, or in 1965, in Paris, the famous opera singer always mesmerized her audience. © FDDMC
Farewell tour with Di Stephano in 1973 It's in 1973 that Maria Callas went on her farewell tour with baritone Di Stephano. © FDDMC

Viva la Diva Absoluta !

And to crown this event, the Italian Culturel Institute of Paris and the Accademia Teatro of the Scala in Milan will also be celebrating « la Divina Callas », from the 13th of September to the 4th of October, through a wardrobe reconstituted by Italian workshops and unpublished photos. As for the VIPS, they will be pampered during a private concert offered by singers of the Milanese opera, with Alain Duault, Maria Chiara Donato and Andrea Jacchia. Save the date, a diva is born…

Maria Callas à la Scala de Milan For Maria Callas, Milan was a magic city. © DR

Zoom on this icon of modern opera, and queen of hearts.

  • La Seine Musicale : Île Seguin, 92100 Boulogne Billancourt. Tél : 01 74 34 54 00 and www.laseinemusicale.com
  • Italian Cultural Institute : 50, rue de Varenne 75007 Paris. Tél : 01 44 39 49 39 and www.iicparigi.esteri.it/
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