Composer

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Victor Herbert

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Operetta

First Performance

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1906

Average_duration

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101:18

The Red Mill is an operetta composed by Victor Herbert, with a libretto by Henry Blossom. It premiered on September 24, 1906, at the Knickerbocker Theatre in New York City. The operetta is set in Holland and tells the story of Gretchen, the owner of the Red Mill inn, and her love interest, Captain Doris Van Damm. The plot revolves around the arrival of a group of American tourists at the Red Mill, who are stranded due to a storm. Among them is Constance, a wealthy heiress who is engaged to the Duke of Pomerania. However, she falls in love with Captain Van Damm, who is also in love with Gretchen. The Duke arrives at the inn, and chaos ensues as the characters try to sort out their romantic entanglements. The music of The Red Mill is characterized by its catchy melodies and lively dance numbers. The operetta features several memorable songs, including "Moonbeams," "Every Day is Ladies' Day with Me," and "Because You're You." The score also includes a number of instrumental pieces, such as the "Dutch Dance" and the "Overture." The Red Mill was a commercial success, running for over a year on Broadway and spawning several touring productions. The operetta was also adapted into a silent film in 1927, starring Marion Davies and Owen Moore. Overall, The Red Mill is a charming and entertaining operetta that showcases Victor Herbert's talent for composing catchy tunes and lively dance numbers. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its enduring appeal and the enduring popularity of operetta as a genre.

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