Details

A Tuscan village, early 19th century. Inspired by the story of Tristan and Isolde, the shy young Nemorino buys potion from a quack, Dulcamara, in the hope of winning Adina. She seems to prefer Belcore, a sergeant of the garrison, and irritated by Nemorino's now apparent indifference towards her, she promises to marry Belcore immediately. Convinced that the elixir will take effect within 24 hours. Nemorino begs her to wait, but she refuses. Nemorino joins the army, using his enlisting bonus to buy another bottle of elixir. Finding himself suddenly surrounded by village girls , he presumes the elixir is working, unaware of the rumour that his uncle has died leaving him a large fortune. Adina feels intense envy and realises that it is Nemorino she really loves. Learning of his sacrifices, she redeems him from the army and the couple are married. Dulcamara capitalises on the apparent success of his elixir and does a roaring trade. Sung in English.

Creatives/Company

Music: Donizetti
Lyrics: Romani
Company: Pegasus Opera

The Elixir of Love - The Love Potion

The Elixir of Love - The Love Potion (Opera or Operetta) production archive for QTIX code T1164429859. Details of all The Elixir of Love - The Love Potion archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S1924

Archive Listings

1 May 03 to 3 May 03	Bloomsbury Theatre Inner London, Greater London Performance Details => Venue archive
25 Apr 03	Lawrence Batley Theatre Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Performance Details => Venue archive
23 Apr 03 to 24 Apr 03	Harrogate Theatre Harrogate, North Yorkshire Performance Details => Venue archive
15 Apr 03 to 16 Apr 03	Theatre Royal Winchester, Hampshire Performance Details => Venue archive
11 Apr 03 to 12 Apr 03	Courtyard Hereford, Herefordshire Performance Details => Venue archive
4 Apr 03	Corn Exchange Newbury, Berkshire Performance Details => Venue archive

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