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The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk

“A heart-lifting delight”

ReviewsDec 7, 2020by Natasha TripneyBristol Old Vic/online

Marc Antolin and Audrey Brisson in The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk. Photo: Steve Tanner

Enchanting account of the life of Marc and Bella Chagall that translates well to the live-stream format

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