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May 2, 1951
The Key West Citizen
Key West, Monroe County, Florida
What is this article about?
The Metropolitan Opera's successful revival of 'Die Fledermaus' earns $250,000. Manager Rudolf Bing plans a 30-week US and Canada tour next season, financed by Columbia Records, to gain experience for young singers and boost funds.
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THE ENTERPRISING MET
Owing to the great cost of producing opera in the grand manner, the Metropolitan Opera Association is in perpetual need of funds. It struck gold this season when it refurbished Johann Strauss' ancient, but still tuneful, operetta, "Die Fledermaus," which will have racked up receipts of $250,000 when the season ends.
What more natural than to exploit this success—to put together an extra Met troupe and send "Die Fledermaus" on tour? That is just what Rudolf Bing, general manager, plans for next season—a 30-week tour of the United States and Canada, which Columbia Records Inc., which has an exclusive recording contract with the Metropolitan, will finance. It will be done in the best manner of a touring musical, with—of course—a touch of Metropolitan sheen.
The enormous audience which hears Metropolitan Opera broadcasts will without doubt turn out in substantial numbers to see and hear "Die Fledermaus." The prestige of the Metropolitan assures that. Young singers will have a chance to gain experience. The Met will replenish its coffers and culture will be spread.
Owing to the great cost of producing opera in the grand manner, the Metropolitan Opera Association is in perpetual need of funds. It struck gold this season when it refurbished Johann Strauss' ancient, but still tuneful, operetta, "Die Fledermaus," which will have racked up receipts of $250,000 when the season ends.
What more natural than to exploit this success—to put together an extra Met troupe and send "Die Fledermaus" on tour? That is just what Rudolf Bing, general manager, plans for next season—a 30-week tour of the United States and Canada, which Columbia Records Inc., which has an exclusive recording contract with the Metropolitan, will finance. It will be done in the best manner of a touring musical, with—of course—a touch of Metropolitan sheen.
The enormous audience which hears Metropolitan Opera broadcasts will without doubt turn out in substantial numbers to see and hear "Die Fledermaus." The prestige of the Metropolitan assures that. Young singers will have a chance to gain experience. The Met will replenish its coffers and culture will be spread.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Metropolitan Opera
Die Fledermaus
Tour
Rudolf Bing
Opera Success
What entities or persons were involved?
Rudolf Bing
Where did it happen?
United States And Canada
Story Details
Key Persons
Rudolf Bing
Location
United States And Canada
Event Date
Next Season
Story Details
The Metropolitan Opera Association refurbishes 'Die Fledermaus' for success, earning $250,000. General manager Rudolf Bing plans a 30-week tour financed by Columbia Records, featuring young singers to spread culture and replenish funds.