Overview
Synopsis
Griselidis is a story about a common theme: the problems caused when one makes a deal with the Devil. In this case, the Marquis de Saluzzo decides to go off during the crusades to fight infidels. He is so sure that his wife, Griselidis will stay loyal, that he hands the Devil his wedding ring. Intrigued by the challenge, the Devil puts Griselidis through a series of tests, attempting to make her be unfaithful. When these fail, the Devil steels Griselidis's child. Only after the Marquis returns and he and Griselidis pray to God is the child returned.
Show Information
- Music
- Jules Massenet
- Category
- Opera
- Age Guidance
- Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
- Number of Acts
- 3
- Genres
- Cast Size
- medium
- Licensor
- None/royalty-free
- Ideal For
- Mostly Male Cast, Includes Late Teen, Young Adult, Adult, Mature Adult Characters, Medium Cast
Context
Plot
Characters
| Name | Part Size | Gender | Vocal Part |
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Lead |
Female |
Soprano |
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Lead |
Male |
Bass |
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Supporting |
Male |
Tenor |
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Supporting |
Male |
Baritone |
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Featured |
Male |
Soprano |
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Featured |
Female |
Soprano |
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Featured |
Male |
Baritone |
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Featured |
Male |
Bass |
Songs
A song with an asterisk (*) before the title indicates a dance number; a character listed in a song with an asterisk (*) by the character's name indicates that the character exclusively serves as a dancer in this song, which is sung by other characters.
Monologues
Scenes
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