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Groundbreaking new opera tells tale of Viennese virtuoso dubbed "The Blind Enchantress"

She studied under Salieri, was a muse to Mozart, and her sensational talent captivated the glittering salons of 18th century Europe. So why isn't the story of Maria-Theresia von Paradis more widely known? This April, a bold new opera seeks to reclaim her place in the spotlight.

The Paradis Files is inspired by the extraordinary life and work of the Austrian musician, pianist, and composer who — having lost her sight at an early age — was labelled "The Blind Enchantress" by her contemporaries. It's produced by Graeae, a theatre company comprised of Deaf and disabled artists, and performed alongside the BBC Concert Orchestra, with music by Errollyn Wallen.

This newly-commissioned chamber opera is coming to the Southbank Centre for just two days, 13-14 April, and our readers get 25% off tickets. Click below to grab yours now, using the code PARADIS25 at checkout to claim your discount. 
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A Multi-Faceted Marvel

As The Paradis Files celebrates the phenomenal musical accomplishments of its eponymous heroine, it also explores her experience as a blind woman in 18th-century Europe. In Graeae's retelling, some of those closest to Maria-Theresia seek to profit from her blindness, while others attempt to 'cure' her — but she is far from the tragic figure that they may imagine her to be.
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Opera For Everyone

Rather than using an interpreter on the side of the stage, all performances of The Paradis Files creatively integrate British Sign Language, with all seats offering a good view for those who require BSL. The event is captioned and audio description is also available. The theatre-makers themselves have a range of disabilities, including director Sealey, who is Deaf. 
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A Fantastic Evening Out, For Less

Did we mention that our readers get a discount? We did?! Well, it's worth reiterating: the code PARADIS25 gets you 25% off tickets. Considering that full price tickets range from just £18-£30, that's one sweet deal for a night at the opera!
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