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Based on the short story by Russian author Nikolai Gogol, Weinberg's little known opera portrays the harmful influence of money and fame. A talented but unsuccessful painter, acquires a portrait that is under a curse and allows him to quickly become a celebrated society artist. Bedazzled by the glory, the rich and famous are at his feet, the money and invitations roll in and he is the talk of the town. But ownership of the portrait leads him to betray his own art and when he realises this, he resorts to drastic and violent action.

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Music: Mieczyslaw Weinberg