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Title: Nicolò Isouard: Theatre commissioner during the French occupation
Authors: Vella Bondin, Joseph
Keywords: Isouard, Nicolò, 1773-1818
Theatre -- Malta -- History -- 18th century
Music -- Malta -- French occupation, 1798-1800
Operas -- Malta -- History -- 18th century
French Blockade, 1798-1800
Issue Date: 1991-09-22
Publisher: Allied Newspapers Ltd.
Citation: Vella Bondin, J. (1991, Sept 22). Nicolò Isouard: Theatre commissioner during the French occupation. The Sunday Times, pp. 32-33.
Abstract: The article "Nicolo Isouard: Theatre Commissioner" by Joe Vella Bondin examines the role of Maltese composer Nicolo Isouard during the French occupation of Malta (1798-1800). Appointed Commissioner of the Manoel Theatre, Isouard navigated administrative challenges, including disputes with opera performers and impresarios, while ensuring the theatre's functioning for troop morale. The article also explores the hardships Isouard faced during the siege of Valletta and his decision to leave Malta with the French, marking a turning point in his musical career.
Description: From the private collection of Mr. Salvino Camilleri.
URI: https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/129957
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