"Le Réveillon"

Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-05 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-01-17

Play Details

French theatrical work performed in Nice, 1874. Attributed to "Ravel" by Marie.

Diary References

1874

• January 17: Marie goes to the theater specifically to see this play but has to sit through "Lo Specchio Infernale" first. She enjoys "Le Réveillon."

Context

• "Réveillon" refers to festive meals at Christmas or New Year
• Popular theatrical theme in 19th century
• Likely a comedy given the title and Marie's enjoyment
• Performed at the French Theater in Nice

Note

• Marie attributes it to "Ravel" - possibly confusion with composer or different author
• May be related to Meilhac and Halévy's operetta that became basis for "Die Fledermaus"