Leonard Bernstein was simply a fucking genius. I say that in that manner, because he fully indulged life and art with all naughty aspects.

Candide is actually very old material compared to his very modern ‘West Side Story’. It is based on novella by Voltaire. It first opened 1956 - and it’s 50th anniversary was celebrated by a special performance in Paris last year.

Watch the big master conduct the song "Glitter And Be Gay" himself. Or click the player below to hear the overture.

More? Buy the DVD at Amazon or read the great Guide to Candide