Capriccio

Opera

Writers: Richard Strauss

Overview

Show Information

Category
Opera
Number of Acts
1
Genres
Cast Size
medium
Licensor
None/royalty-free
Casting Notes
Mostly male cast
Includes young adult, adult, mature adult, early teen, late teen characters

Synopsis

In 18th century Paris, Countess Madeleine loves both music and poetry. And soon she finds herself wooed by both a musician and a poet. The Countess suggests that her two suitors collaborate on an opera. However, after the opera, she still cannot decide if she loves music or words or the musician or the poet.

Lead Characters

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