A practical joke. A secret rendezvous. One man’s elaborate plan for revenge leads to a rousing evening of mistaken identities, flirtations, and light-hearted deceit in Johann Strauss’ most celebrated operetta, Die Fledermaus. Set in 19th-century Vienna, this delightful farce is filled with effervescent melodies, lilting waltzes and charming sentiment. From the sparkling overture to the rollicking tribute to champagne, the Waltz King’s madcap masterpiece is the jewel of the golden age of operetta.
Cast and Creative Team for Die Fledermaus at Evelyn Smith Music Theatre
Music by Johann Strauss Jr.; libretto by C. Haffner & Richard Genée from Meilhac and Halévy; sung in German (with English supertitles); Dialog in English; stage direction by Dale Dreyfoos; musical direction by William Reber.