by Perry Seibert
synopsis
Camille Saint-Saens' opera Henry VIII centers on the time in his life that saw the king discarding Catherine of Aragon in favor of Anne Boleyn, a move rejected by the religious leaders of the day. This production stars Philippe Rouillon, Michele Command, and Lucile Vignon, while Pierre Jourdan conducts the orchestra.
characteristics
- Queen [royalty]
- Religious-leader
- Orchestra
- Opera
- Divorce
- King
