Die Fledermaus (in English) at Williamson County Performing Arts Center

REVENGE SERVED WITH CHAMPAGNE: FRANKLIN LIGHT OPERA PRESENTS DIE FLEDERMAUS BY STRAUSS

Combining comedy, mistaken identities, and romantic entanglements with breathtaking music makes Johann Strauss II's “Die Fledermaus” one of the most popular operettas in the world…

And Die Fledermaus comes to life when Franklin Light Opera, performing the quintessential operetta in English, returns to the Williamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Avenue, at 7pm Friday & Saturday March 8 & 9, and 2pm Sunday March 10 in Franklin, TN.

The plot (often subtitled "Revenge of the Bat") revolves around a carefully crafted practical joke avenging a humiliating prank, and the result is numerous characters operating under false pretenses and false identities. Amid the charm and fun is a treasure trove of sparkling and memorable musical gems.

According to Mark Ring, music director of the production, "Die Fledermaus is a rare beast — true, laugh-out-loud comedy and a first-class classical music experience all in one. Our local cast brings vocal fireworks combined with excellent character acting and comedic timing. You’ll enjoy this as your first opera or your hundredth."

A wonderfully talented cast, chorus, pianist and string quartet will perform under the baton of Ring and direction of Jodi Marcum. Staging and costumes will add to the brilliance and charm as they create the illusion of 1870’s Vienna. Unlike traditional opera, operettas are a mix of theater and incredible singing with spoken dialogue like musical theater, making it truly accessible entertainment for everyone. Audiences will certainly experience a highly entertaining and unforgettable experience!