Wit’s Folly shares the music and stories of those who fled the French and Haitian revolutions in the 1790s and came to the young United States in waves, bringing their music with them.
Émigré: French Refugees in the Early United States and the Music They Brought with Them shares through music the stories of those who fled from violence and social upheaval during the French and Haitian Revolutions. Featuring works by André Grétry, Ignace Pleyel, Michel Yost (known in his own time simply as Michel), and others, this program takes its inspiration directly from historic concerts performed by French émigrés, such as a 1793 benefit for an orphanage in Charleston, South ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
Free with suggested $20 donation
Email: witsfolly@gmail.com
Website: https://www.witsfolly.com/events
INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*
- May 18, 2024 at 03:00 pm - 04:30 pm (Sat)
LOCATION
4403 St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103