Composer

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Johann Strauss II

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Operetta

Compose Date

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1892

Publication Date

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1893

First Performance

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Jan 10, 1893

'Fürstin Ninetta' is an operetta composed by Johann Strauss II, with a libretto by Richard Genée. The operetta premiered on 10th January 1893 at the Theater an der Wien in Vienna, Austria. The plot of the operetta revolves around the character of Ninetta, a young and beautiful princess who is forced to marry a prince she does not love. However, she falls in love with a young man named Corrado, who is a member of a group of bandits. The operetta is set in Italy, and the story begins with the arrival of Prince Florindo, who is in search of a bride. He meets Ninetta and falls in love with her, but she is not interested in him. Meanwhile, Corrado and his band of robbers are planning to kidnap Ninetta, but they are caught by the police. Corrado manages to escape and seeks refuge in Ninetta's palace, where he meets her and they fall in love. The rest of the operetta revolves around the attempts of the prince to win Ninetta's heart, the efforts of the police to capture Corrado, and the love story between Ninetta and Corrado. In the end, Ninetta and Corrado are able to escape together, and the prince is left alone. 'Fürstin Ninetta' is composed of three acts and features several musical numbers, including arias, duets, and ensembles. The music is characterized by Strauss's signature waltz rhythms and catchy melodies. The operetta was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and it remains a popular work in the operetta repertoire. Overall, 'Fürstin Ninetta' is a charming and entertaining operetta that tells a romantic story set against the backdrop of Italy. With its lively music and engaging plot, it is a testament to Johann Strauss II's talent as a composer of operetta.

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