Puccini’s Tristique at the Opéra Bastille

PARIS (CONVERSEER) – From April 29 to May 28, the Opéra Bastille presents a new production of Puccini’s Trittico (Triptych), directed by Christof Loy and conducted by Carlo Rizzi. Three operas of different natures, all juxtaposed to demonstrate the breadth of the Italian composer’s genius. Contrary to Puccini’s own instructions, the German director begins the…

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François Bayrou Delivers Policy Speech Amidst Divided Assembly

PARIS – François Bayrou, appointed as French Prime Minister in late December, delivered his inaugural policy address on Tuesday, 14 January, amidst a divided and sceptical National Assembly. The speech, widely criticised as vague and unconvincing, focused on France’s debt crisis and impending reforms but lacked substantive detail. Bayrou opened his address by highlighting the…

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