A masterpiece of French Baroque opera, Alcide tells the story of the mythical strongman Heracles, whose tragic love affair with the princess Iole is the stuff of legend. With a libretto by Jean Galbert de Campistron and music by both Louis de Lully and Marin Marais, this innovative work combines powerful emotions with masterful musical technique to create an unforgettable experience for opera lovers of all kinds.

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