The world premier of Exile, a gospel musical about Napoleon’s final exile at St. Helen’s in the Caribbean, will be on June 9th at Cité des Arts in downtown Lafayette. It will run Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through June 25th. All performances are at 7:30 p.m. This piece is suitable for the entire family. Tickets are $15, or $10 for students and seniors. Group discounts are also available.
The music for this piece was composed by Dr. Valerian Smith of Baton Rouge; the play was written by Maureen Brennan. Dr. Smith’s music was produced initially in concert form for Festival International in 1992 , at which time it received rave reviews. The inspiration was a visit to the tomb of Napoleon, the lyrics the words Napoleon might have uttered as he reached the end of his days. The story brings to life the central characters in Napoleon’s life as they comfort and challenge him.
For more information please contact Maureen Brennan at 337 234-4912 or Cité des Arts at 337 291-1122. Tickets may be purchased on-line at www.citedesarts.org
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