"Vive la joie!" - Long live Joy!

In the 18th century this phrase served as allegory for the art of pleasure, for liberty and indulgence, for hilarity in society and aesthetics in conversation - in short: for life in style.

In the 21st century enjoyment according to the Georgian example is being revived, an attempt to start the philosophy of Libertinage afresh.

An exquisite circle has entirely committed itself to 18th century lifestyle. Within the scope of various festivities, which are based on high demands, history is being paid tribute to.

On these pages reviews of past opera week ends, and previews of future opera visits are represented.

For all other 18th century events please refer to L'Âge des Lumières' event site:

http://www.18tes-jahrhundert.de/

(sorry, in German only)