La Fête de village

La Fête de village was offered as an intermezzo in a single act “mixed with songs and dances.” Desfontaines wrote its scenario that was set by Gossec It had its premiere at the Opéra on 26 May 1778, but it was withdrawn from the stage almost immediately to give some substance to its frothy character by adding an intrigue to it. This device failed, however, and the composition had to be dropped after its fourth performance on 14 June 1778. The singing cast included Mlle Gavaudan aînée (Nicette)…