Music by LEONARD BERNSTEIN Book adapted from Voltaire by HUGH WHEELER Lyrics by RICHARD WILBUR New Version by JOHN CAIRD (The 1999 Royal National Theatre version) With additional lyrics by Stephen Sondhem, John Latouche, Lillian Hellman, Dorothy Parker and Leonard Bernsten. Performed by arragement with Music Theatre International (Europe) Limited Opera de la Luna return to Stowe for one night only to celebrate composer Leonard Bernstein's centennial with a sparkling new producation of Candide. Fast-paced, funny and philosophical this Tony award winning Broadway smash is now considered an operatic masterpiece. Based on the famous novella by Voltaire, the naive Candide sets off to explore the world, beset by an endless series of comedic disater. With musical highlights including " Glitter and Be Gay" and "Make Our Garden Grow" plus one of the best overtures ever composed for a Broadway musical, Candid leaves audiences humming hit tunes and affirms that the path to happiness is seldom straight! Grounds open from 4.30pm for picnics. You can order your picnics from www.boycottfarm.co.uk and your picnic will be waiting for you when you arrive at Stowe. Book tickets at www.operadellaluna.org/stowe Box Office : 01608 642350