The opera history of the island of Mauritius, situated in the Indian Ocean, dates back to 1790. Stars of the European opera like
Georges Thill used to perform at the Theatre of Port-Louis built in 1822 and at the bigger
Plaza Theatre in Rose-Hill built in 1933. The golden age of the opera in Mauritius came to an end in the 60’s. Both theatres are presently
under renovation.
The Mauritian opera tradition, which is more than 200 years old, is being revived. The 2009 feature is the production of Bizet’s
Pearl Fishers which will be performed at Swami Vivekananda International Conference Centre next September
by a prominent international cast.
The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra will be directed by
Martin Wettges from Germany.
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