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Synopsis

The king of Macedonia, Alessandro, has overthrown Stratone, the tyrant of Sidon, but aims to find the rightful king. Alessandro in disguise and accompanied by Agenore hears from Aminta of the merits of a simple life and is resolved to restore him to his proper position. He seeks to arrange a marriage between Aminta and Tamiri, who is loved by Agenore, while Aminta himself loves Elisa. Alessandro, when he learns the true situation, magnanimously agrees to the marriages of the pairs of lovers.

Show Information

Music
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Category
Opera
Age Guidance
Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
Number of Acts
2
Genres
Cast Size
small
Licensor
None/royalty-free
Ideal For
Mostly Female Cast, Includes Young Adult, Adult, Mature Adult, Late Teen Characters, Small Cast

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Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

Aminta

Lead

Female

Soprano

Elisa

Lead

Female

Soprano

Alessandro

Lead

Male

Tenor

Tamiri

Lead

Female

Soprano

Agenore

Lead

Male

Tenor

Songs

Act 1

  • Intendo, amico rio – Aminta
  • Alla selva, al prato – Elisa
  • Aer tranquillo e di sereni – Aminta
  • Si spande al sole in faccia – Alessandro
  • Per me rispondete – Agenore
  • Di tante sue procelle – Tamiri

Act 2

  • Barbaro! oh Dio mi vedi – Elisa
  • Se vincendo vi rendo felici – Alessandro
  • L'amerò, sarò costante – Aminta
  • Se tu di me fai dono – Tamiri
  • Sol può dir come si trova – Agenore
  • Voi che fausti ognor donati – Alessandro

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