At last, it became a hit in is 1814 version, although some claim the performances were ruined when the composer insisted on conducting in spite of his deafness.
The first production was interrupted by Napoleon's capture of Vienna, and closed after just three performances. After heavy revisions, the second production opened in 1806, but was withdrawn because of a dispute between the composer and his producers. At last, it became a hit in is 1814 version, although some claim the performances were ruined when the composer insisted on conducting in spite of his deafness. FTP, name this only opera by Beethoven.
The first production was interrupted by Napoleon's capture of Vienna, and closed after just three performances.
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