His awards include seven Tonys, three Grammys including Best Contemporary Classical Composition for Requiem, seven Oliviers, a Golden Globe, an Oscar, two International Emmys, the Praemium Imperiale, the Richard Rodgers Award for Excellence in Musical Theatre, a BASCA Fellowship and the Kennedy Center Honor.
He currently owns six London theatres, including the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane and the London Palladium.
A Cinema In Bueno Aires 26 July 1952
Andrew Lloyd Webber Lyrics
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[Carlos:] Julieta, mi querida Julieta.
[Julieta:] Carlos, no tendrias que haber venido.
[Carlos:] Julieta, ni un millar de soldados me puede detener.
[Julieta:] Pero es peligroso, mi padre te arrestara.
[Carlos:] Tenia que venir.
[Julieta:] ?Carlos!
[Carlos:] Hasta este momento, mis labios no han osado murmurarla palabra amor.
[Julieta:] Carlos.
[Carlos:] why mucho mas que eso, mi ser todo vibra de deseo.
?Que fue eso? Algo se movio en el balcon de tu
padre. Si fuera ese truhan de Rodolfo, juro que mi espada no
permanecera en su vaina.
[Julieta:] ?Carlos, ten cuidado! Te quiero, Carlos, te quiero.
[Suddenly the film grinds to a halt.]
[The people in the cinema begin to protest but are silenced by an announcement.]
[The Voice of the Secretary of the Press:]
It is my sad duty to inform you that Eva Peron, spiritual leader
of the nation, entered immortality at 8:25 this evening.
The lyrics of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "A Cinema in Buenos Aires" depict a dramatic scene between two lovers amidst political turmoil. Julieta warns Carlos not to come, as her father would arrest him, but Carlos insists that he cannot be stopped by any number of soldiers. He confesses his love for Julieta, and just as they become more passionate, they hear a noise on the balcony. Carlos is quick to draw his sword, but Julieta begs him to be careful. She declares her love for him before the film suddenly grinds to a halt, leaving the audience disappointed. The voice of the Secretary of the Press then announces the death of Eva Peron, the spiritual leader of the nation.
The lyrics of the song reflect the tense political climate of Argentina during the time of Eva Peron's death. The passionate love story between Carlos and Julieta, set against the backdrop of a cinema, symbolizes the contrast between personal desires and the harsh realities of political power struggles. Carlos and Julieta's love, like the film they were watching, was interrupted by a sudden and tragic event that changed the course of their lives.
Overall, the lyrics of "A Cinema in Buenos Aires" reflect the uncertainty and upheaval of Argentina during the time of Eva Peron's death, while also exploring themes of love, passion, and the price of political power.
Line by Line Meaning
Julieta:
Julieta addresses Carlos.
Carlos:
Carlos responds to Julieta.
Julieta:
Julieta expresses concern for Carlos.
Carlos:
Carlos asserts his determination.
Julieta:
Julieta warns Carlos of the danger.
Carlos:
Carlos explains why he had to come.
Julieta:
Julieta calls Carlos' name.
Carlos:
Carlos confesses his true feelings for Julieta and senses movement on the balcony.
Julieta:
Julieta expresses her love for Carlos and warns him to be careful.
suddenly the film grinds to a halt.
The movie stops abruptly.
The Voice of the Secretary of the Press:
An announcement is made by the Secretary of the Press.
It is my sad duty to inform you that Eva Peron, spiritual leader of the nation, entered immortality at 8:25 this evening.
The announcement is that Eva Peron has died.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER, TIM RICE
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