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Orpheus in the Underworld was created in 1858.
"Orpheus in the Underworld" is an operetta composed by Jacques Offenbach. Premiering in 1858, it is a satirical take on the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, featuring lively music and a playful storyline. The work is particularly famous for its "Can-Can" dance, which has become iconic in popular culture. Offenbach's composition is celebrated for its wit and engaging melodies.
Orpheus in the Underworld (the written text) was written by Ludovic Halévy and revised by Hector-Jonathan Crémieux.
In Performance - 1978 Orpheus in the Underworld is rated/received certificates of: Australia:PG
The "Can-Can" from Jacques Offenbach's operetta "Orpheus in the Underworld" is a lively, high-energy dance typically performed by a chorus of women. It features high kicks and is characterized by its upbeat tempo and playful choreography. This iconic dance sequence occurs in the "Inferno" section of the operetta, symbolizing the revelry and hedonism of the underworld. The Can-Can has since become emblematic of French cabaret and is often associated with the Moulin Rouge.
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When Eurydice died Orpheus played such sad songs and sang so mournfully that all the nymphs and gods wept. On their advice, Orpheus traveled to the underworld and by his music softened the hearts of Hades and Persephone.
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The story of Orpheus and Eurydice is that Orpheus had a girlfriend named Eurydice. On their wedding day, Eurydice stepped on a snake and died, leaving Orpheus very depressed. Orpheus decided to go down to the Underworld and bring back Eurydice's spirit. Once down there, he played his lyre so beautifully that Hades and Persephone were so moved that they let him bring her ghost back on one condition: to never turn back at the ghost. However, as they were leaving the Underworld, Orpheus looked back to see if Eurydice had made it out as well, but she was still in the Underworld as this was happening, so she was lost this time, forever.
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