Toronto Star

But the show will go on in Versailles

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Opera Atelier, in France to perform Armide at the Chateau de Versailles, will continue with its planned performanc­es beginning Friday, it announced Monday.

“The Chateau de Versailles has asked us to continue with our performanc­es as planned,” the company said in a statement. “We are humbled by the bravery and determinat­ion of the French people. We are so proud of all of our performers, creative team and administra­tive staff who have chosen to be here. By performing, we hope to reaffirm the civilizing impact of the arts.”

The opening performanc­e will be dedicated to the victims of Friday’s terrorist attacks in Paris. There will be an address from Catherine Pé- gard, president of the Palace of Versailles, a moment of silence and the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Choir will lead the crowd in singing “La Marseillai­se.” Star staff

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