Herbert d'Egvilles efficient performance was recognised and his relationship with Georges Bizet was specifically mentioned. Herbert is identified as Bizet's cousin no less.
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| The Graphic 4 February 1882 The British Library Board |
Monday 13 February 2012
Georges Bizet
On 4 February 1882 The Graphic carried a review of Balfe's Pittore e Duca performed at Her Majesty's Theatre by the Carl Rosa Company.The performance was received with great applause by the crowded audience despite Madame Valleria's cold but the review was not without reservation.
Herbert d'Egvilles efficient performance was recognised and his relationship with Georges Bizet was specifically mentioned. Herbert is identified as Bizet's cousin no less.
Helen C. Black's Pen, Pencil Baton and Mask: Biographical Sketches (1896) (see The Legend of Roma Guillon Lethière) mentions that Madame Michau, née Sophie Hervé d'Egville, was first married to Captain Augustus Bizet. Bizet is not an uncommon name either in the United Kingdom or France but other parts of Roma's legend have turned out to be true although they originate in tragedy.
Herbert d'Egvilles efficient performance was recognised and his relationship with Georges Bizet was specifically mentioned. Herbert is identified as Bizet's cousin no less.
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