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Reminiscences of Michael Kelly, of the King's Theatre, and Theatre Royal Drury Lane 2 Volume Set: Including a Period of Nearly Half a Century
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The memoirs detail the extraordinary life of Michael Kelly, an Irish singer and composer who faced numerous adventures, including encounters with pirates and a narrow escape from revolutionary France. His experiences in Italy, such as performing for royalty and creating roles in Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro, highlight his significant contributions to music and theatre. The narrative also reflects on his time in London's Theatre Royal and the challenges of running a music shop. Published in 1826, these memoirs offer valuable insights into a pivotal era in theatrical history.
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Reminiscences of Michael Kelly, of the King's Theatre, and Theatre Royal Drury Lane 2 Volume Set: Including a Period of Nearly Half a Century, Michael Kelly
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- 2011
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- Title
- Reminiscences of Michael Kelly, of the King's Theatre, and Theatre Royal Drury Lane 2 Volume Set: Including a Period of Nearly Half a Century
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Michael Kelly
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 760
- ISBN13
- 9781108038737
- Category
- Music, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The memoirs detail the extraordinary life of Michael Kelly, an Irish singer and composer who faced numerous adventures, including encounters with pirates and a narrow escape from revolutionary France. His experiences in Italy, such as performing for royalty and creating roles in Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro, highlight his significant contributions to music and theatre. The narrative also reflects on his time in London's Theatre Royal and the challenges of running a music shop. Published in 1826, these memoirs offer valuable insights into a pivotal era in theatrical history.